Hesperantha coccinea 'Oregon Sunset'
Best late-season perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant autumn color.
This late-blooming perennial is the ultimate antidote to the end-of-season garden slump, pushing vibrant salmon-red spikes well into December. You sacrifice early spring interest for this rare, high-impact display, but the reward is a lush, evergreen anchor that keeps your landscape alive when everything else has gone dormant.
$14.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during the late autumn season
- Busy homeowners wanting beautiful plants with minimal upkeep
- Landscapers managing damp areas or challenging wet garden spots
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in arid climates without reliable irrigation systems
- Minimalists with small garden beds needing tidy, contained plants
- Cold-climate growers living in regions with harsh winter freezes
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Longevity
Exceptional late-season blooms extend garden color well into the winter months.
Visual Impact
Striking salmon-red spikes provide a high-contrast focal point for autumn landscapes.
Pollinator Appeal
Late-blooming nectar source provides vital resources when other flowers have faded.
Maintenance Ease
Drought tolerance once established makes this a low-fuss perennial choice.
Floral Utility
Sturdy stems and vibrant color make these excellent for fresh arrangements.
Hardiness Range
Limited to specific climates, requiring careful placement in colder growing zones.
Key Specs
Pot size
3 inch pot
USDA Zone
7a
Foliage height
2’
Bloom spike height
2.5’ - 3’
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