Lotus maculatus |
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Canary Island Lotus or Parrot's bea |
Description
This trailing perennial, to be grown in areas of full sun to partial shade, bears bright yellow and orange flowers in the spring and fall. -Monterey Bay Nursery
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Orange, Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
The water needs of plants and lawns change dramatically throughout the year.
Visit the watering guide in the watering tips section for more information.