Bulbinella robusta (syn B. nutans, B. floribunda), Cat's Tail early bloomer A shade garden star

A shade garden star

Use it as a vine

Romneya coulteri will grow 6-8 ft tall and spreading

Prompt removal of faded flowers before seed set will increase bloom in the following year

Bulbinella robusta (syn B. nutans, B. floribunda), Cat's Tail early bloomer A shade garden starA vigorous perennial that, at a glance, resembles Kniphofia. Bright green, 2 foot strappy leaves emerge in fall with the rain. These leaves persist through winter, then in early spring torches of bright yellow blossom clusters rise up on 2 3 foot stems. The whole plant goes summer dormant during peak heat and drought. This dormancy period is good for the plant and required for longevity! Then the cycle begins again in fall. NOTE: These are SUMMER