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Caesalpinia gilliesii

Yellow Bird Of Paradise

Plant photo of: Caesalpinia gilliesii
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Kathleen Moore and Mounta

 

Description

Shrub grows to 6' x 5'. Has exotic yellow flowers with showy red stamens that appear from spring until fall. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. More open and woodier than Caesalpinia pulcherrima.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Red, Yellow, Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Replace damaged nozzles or heads with those identical to other heads on the same valve.

Mixing different types of heads on the same valve will create overly dry areas or overly wet areas.