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Lion's Tail
Leonotis leonurus
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Grown for their showy whorls of deep orange fuzzy tubular flowers resembling fur, Lion's Tail is an upright, fast-growing, evergreen tropical shrub with aromatic, narrow, toothed leaves in pairs on hairy, square stems. Often treated as a perennial, the woody base produces branches of many erect herbaceous stems that respond well to pruning and will resprout new growth from hardened wood.
How big does Lion’s Tail grow?
It typically grows 4 to 6 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide, forming an upright shrub with square stems and narrow, aromatic leaves.
When does it bloom and what do the flowers look like?
It blooms from late summer through fall with bright orange, fuzzy tubular flowers arranged in rounded clusters along tall stems, they really do look like a lion’s tail.
What kind of light and soil does it prefer?
Full sun is essential for strong growth and flowering. It thrives in well-drained soil and tolerates sandy or rocky conditions, making it perfect for dry gardens.
Does it need pruning or special care?
Prune back hard in late winter or early spring to encourage bushy new growth. Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering. It’s tough but appreciates a little grooming.
Seasonality
Mature height
6-15 ft.
Mature Width
4-8 ft.
Sun exposure
Watering
Low
Grows Well in Zones
Flowering Season
Attracts Wildlife
Pollinators, Bees, Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies
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