Tubular red trumpets on a wiry biennial that hummingbirds adore across the Mountain West. Blooms its second year, then self-sows.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jun to Aug
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 1-3'
- Bloom Colors
- RedOrangePink
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About This Name
Ipomopsis aggregata is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Scarlet Gilia unambiguously. The genus Ipomopsis places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Scarlet Gilia, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Ipomopsis aggregata will give you the most precise results.