Caesalpinia gilliesii
Yellow Bird Of Paradise
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:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.