Also known as California Fuchsia · 141 gardener saves
Zauschneria: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Zauschneria, the genus most gardeners know as california fuchsia. We track 7 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 7 most-saved Zauschneria varieties
Of 7 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedCalifornia Fuchsia
Zauschneria septentrionalis 'Wayne's Silver'
#2 most savedCalifornia Fuchsia
Zauschneria latifolia
#3 most savedCalifornia Fuchsia 'Catalina'
Zauschneria canum 'Catalina'
California Fuchsia
Zauschneria californica 'latifolium'
California Fuchsia
Zauschneria californica
California fuchsia
Zauschneria canum
California Fuchsia
Zauschneria cana 'Calistoga Hybrids'
How to grow Zauschneria
What the Zauschneria varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 7 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Zauschneria year
- PruneFebruary100% of varieties
Cut back old, woody stems close to the ground in late winter
- PlantMarch, April, September and October71% of varieties
Plant in well-drained soil; spring or early fall establishment
- DivideMarch and April71% of varieties
Divide clumps every 3-5 years in early spring if needed
Do
- Water deeply during dry spells 🌱
- Water sparingly during dormancy to prevent root rot 🌱
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth
- Apply a light mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Provide full sun for optimal flowering
Avoid
- Overwater in winter ❌
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Use heavy clay soil that retains too much moisture ❌
- Prune in late fall or winter ❌
What goes wrong with Zauschneria
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing and speckled leaves | Increase humidity and spray with insecticidal soap |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing and stippled leaves | Increase humidity and spray with insecticidal soap |
| Root rot | Wilting and blackened roots | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Ensure good air circulation and apply fungicide if needed |
Making more Zauschneria
Cuttings
- Take 4-inch softwood cuttings in late spring.
- Dip in rooting hormone and plant in gritty soil.
- Keep soil moist and wait 4-6 weeks for roots to develop.
Seed
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in early spring and keep warm for 2-3 weeks.
Zauschneria questions
How many types of Zauschneria are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 7 distinct Zauschneria varieties. The most popular — ranked by 141 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Zauschneria grow in?
Across its varieties, Zauschneria covers USDA Zones 5–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Zauschneria bloom?
Most Zauschneria varieties bloom in late summer, late summer, fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Zauschneria should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
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