Plants that bloom in March in Zone 9 with orange flowers

Bird of Paradise

Sculptural, crane-like flowers in orange and blue. Unmistakable.

Bougainvillea

Explosive cascades of papery magenta, hot pink, or coral bracts that smother walls, fences, and pergolas with nonstop color from spring through fall in zones 9 to 11.

California Poppy

Golden cups that carpet hillsides across the state. Closes at night and on cloudy days.

Coral Aloe

Flat coral-orange rosettes produce vivid flower stalks in late winter. One of the hardiest aloes.

Daffodil

Cheerful trumpets that naturalize beautifully and return stronger each year.

Hawaiian Hibiscus

Large tropical blooms in vivid colors appear repeatedly from spring through fall.

Persian Buttercup

Ruffled, rose-like blooms in vivid colors brighten cool spring beds and pots.