Epilobium 'Dublin' (zauschneria)

California fuchsia ‘Dublin’ is a compact, sun-loving native perennial selected for smaller spaces and hot, dry summer conditions. From late summer into fall, it produces a steady display of vivid reddish-orange, tubular flowers that hummingbirds seek out immediately.

Plants stay low and tidy, with narrow green leaves and a spreading habit created by underground runners. This makes ‘Dublin’ especially useful as a groundcover or filler in dry borders, native gardens, and sunny beds where space is limited but late-season color is needed.

As a California native, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating heat and drought once established. It’s a reliable choice for gardeners looking to support wildlife while keeping maintenance low.

WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT 

• Bright reddish-orange flowers
• Strong hummingbird attraction
• Compact size for small spaces
• Excellent heat and sun tolerance
• Late-season bloom when few plants are flowering
• California native perennial

HOW IT GROWS

• Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–10
• Growth habit: Low, spreading by underground runners

SIZE & BLOOM

• Height × Width: ~1 ft. × 1.5 ft.
• Flower color: Reddish orange
• Bloom time: Late summer through fall
• Foliage: Narrow green leaves
• Wildlife: Hummingbirds

PLANTING TIPS 

• Plant in full sun for best flowering
• Choose well-drained soil; avoid heavy or wet areas
• Allow room for gentle spreading
• Reduce watering once plants are established

CARE MADE EASY 

• Cut back stems after flowering or in early spring
• Minimal watering once established
• No fertilization needed
• Spreads naturally to fill space

BEST USES

• Hummingbird gardens
• Native plant gardens
• Dry and low-water landscapes
• Small-space gardens
• Groundcover in sunny areas

HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

Choose California fuchsia ‘Dublin’ if you:

• Want late-season color in hot summers
• Garden for hummingbirds
• Need a compact native plant
• Prefer drought-tolerant perennials
• Garden in Zones 7–10