Canyon plume (formerly Apache plume)
Fallugia paradoxa
Canyon plume (formerly Apache plume) is a glorious, native shrub of southern Colorado and the Southwest. It has pale pink to white blossoms from spring to fall. Feathery, pink seed heads provide a dramatic second act throughout the winter. Xeric shrub.
Tips from the pros: Ideal as an accent plant or in small groupings in dry areas of the garden, or in native landscape designs. Plant in a location away from sidewalks where it will have room to grow.
Plant Type | Shrub |
Height | 4-6 feet |
Width | 4-6 feet |
Flowering Season | May to September |
Flower Color | Pink |
Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
Water Needs | Moderate to xeric |
USDA Hardiness Zone | zones 4-8 |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
Deer Resistant | Yes |
Good for Pollination | Yes |
Winter Interest | Yes |
North American Native | Yes |
Year Introduced | 2002 |
Annual Commercial Maintenance | Do not shear to shape. Prune back selected larger branches if out grows space, otherwise leave it be. Typical shape is a cascading mound of texture, flowers and delicate seed heads. |
5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Can rejuvinate growth by shearing entire plant down to a 2' mound in spring. Remove any suckers as needed |
Elevation Guide | Up to 7500 ft. |