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Orange Groundsel

Senecio Fulgens

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Overview

The Orange Thistle, or Senecio fulgens, is a striking, low-maintenance perennial. It boasts vibrant orange-red thistle-like flowers atop succulent, gray-green foliage. Standing 18-24 inches tall with an equal spread, it thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil. This drought-tolerant specimen adds bold color and texture from late summer to fall, attracting pollinators. Ideal for xeriscaping or as an accent in rock gardens. Hardy in zones 10-11.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 9–10Climate Subtropical
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — The Orange Thistle, or Senecio fulgens, is a striking, low-maintenance perennial
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — It boasts vibrant orange-red thistle-like flowers atop succulent, gray-green foliageOrange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — branching stems and fleshyOrange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — commonly referred to as Orange ThistleOrange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — is a vibrant and eye-catching succulent perennial prized for its striking floral displays and hardy natureOrange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — Ideal for xeriscaping or as an accent in rock gardensOrange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — This drought-tolerant specimen adds bold color and texture from late summer to fall, attracting pollinators+9

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Compositae
Climate
Subtropical

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Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — The Orange Thistle, or Senecio fulgens, is a striking, low-maintenance perennial
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — It boasts vibrant orange-red thistle-like flowers atop succulent, gray-green foliage
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — branching stems and fleshy
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — commonly referred to as Orange Thistle
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — is a vibrant and eye-catching succulent perennial prized for its striking floral displays and hardy nature
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — Ideal for xeriscaping or as an accent in rock gardens
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — This drought-tolerant specimen adds bold color and texture from late summer to fall, attracting pollinators
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — Standing 18-24 inches tall with an equal spread, it thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — Its architectural form features slender
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — it flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — including butterflies and bees.<br><br>For optimal growth
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — linear leaves that form a stunning backdrop for the radiant
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — attracting an array of pollinators
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — Flowering season extends from late summer to fall
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — The brilliant orange blooms provide a bold splash of color that can enliven any landscape design
Orange Groundsel (Senecio Fulgens) — thistle-like flower heads

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