San Gabriel flannel bush (Fremontodendron 'San Gabriel')
Fremontodendron 'San Gabriel'
San Gabriel flannel bush
This large evergreen shrub is a hybrid between Fremontodendron californicum and Fremontodendron mexicanum. It's fast-growing and produces masses of large bright yellow flowers in spring.
San Gabriel flannel bush Growing and Maintenance Tips
The stems of this large shrub are covered in small hairs that can make your skin itch. Unlike poison oak, this is just a localized reaction but you may want to consider wearing gloves when planting or pruning flannel bush.
Fremontodendron 'San Gabriel' Characteristics
Attributes
- California native
- Evergreen
- Fast-growing
Flower color
- Yellow / Chartreuse
Foliage color
- Green / Blue-green
Growth habit (plant shape)
- Upright
Exposure
- Sunny all day - Coast
- Morning sun
- Sunny all day - Inland
Season of interest (flowering)
- Spring
Season of interest (foliage)
- Spring
- Fall
- Winter
- Summer
Water requirements
- None - Low
- None
Wildlife appeal
- Attracts beneficial insects
- Attracts birds
- Attracts bees
Suggested uses
- Espalier
Origin
- California
Plants that work well with Fremontodendron 'San Gabriel'
Matilija poppy
(Romneya coulteri)
Island bush poppy
(Dendromecon harfordii)
Big Mexican scarlet sage
(Salvia gesneriflora)
Allen Chickering's sage
(Salvia 'Allen Chickering')
California fescue
(Festuca californica)