El paso skyrocket (Ipomopsis thurberi)

El paso skyrocket

El paso skyrocket is a graceful wildflower with slender stems and tubular red to pink blossoms, which serve as a beacon to hummingbirds in its arid habitat. This biennial or short-lived perennial thrives in loose, sandy soils, often emerging from rocky, well-drained slopes, revealing its ability to adapt to and beautify harsh conditions.

Scientific classification

Species

El paso skyrocket (Ipomopsis thurberi)

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30 cm to 91 cm

Plant Height

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for El paso skyrocket

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: El paso skyrocket thrives with careful pruning, including the removal of dead stems to promote health and shaping for aesthetics. Optimal pruning occurs in early spring. Regular pruning improves air circulation and blooms. Use clean, sharp tools to prevent disease.

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