Orange Carpet Creeping Hummingbird Trumpet (Zauschneria garrettii)

Since this plant spreads up to 18 inches wide, space them about 15 to 18 inches apart if you want them to eventually form a continuous, dense mat.

No, it is quite drought-tolerant. While it needs moderate watering during its first season to get established, it thrives with minimal supplemental water once its roots are settled in well-drained soil.

No, the Orange Carpet Creeping Hummingbird Trumpet is not considered pet-safe. It is best to plant it in areas where your pets do not typically graze or chew on garden foliage.

Leave the foliage standing throughout the winter to protect the crown of the plant. In mid-spring, once new growth begins to appear, you can prune back the old stems to tidy up the plant.

This perennial is hardy in USDA Zones 3 through 8, meaning it is well-adapted to cold climates. As long as it is planted in well-drained soil, it should return reliably each year.

Yes, its trailing growth habit makes it an excellent choice for containers or hanging baskets. Ensure the pot has good drainage, as this plant does not like to sit in soggy soil.