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| Category: Perennial |
| Family: Scrophulariaceae (Figworts) |
| Origin: South Africa (Africa) |
| Flower Color: Yellow |
| Bloomtime: Summer |
| Parentage: (Phygelius aequalis x P. capensis) |
| Height: 3-5 feet |
| Width: 3-5 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Phygelius x rectus 'Moonraker' (Cape fuchsia) - Yellow tubular flowers are borne on tall spikes in summer. (Somewhat reminiscent of penstemon.) This fast growing shurb forms mounds with suckering stems to 4' tall. The soft-textured, dark green leaves are pointed, densely covering the stems at the bottom scattered more at top. Prefers moderate watering, especially in summer, with rich loamy well-drained soil. Grows in sun or light shade. Hardy to 15° F or less, but will die back in a hard freeze. 'Devil's Tears' (Deep red flowers), 'Moonraker' (Bright yellow flowers), 'Salmon Leap' (Pale orange-salmon flowers) and 'Winchester Fanfare' (Reddish-pink flowers) were developed by Peter Dummer, former head propagator at Hillier's Nurseries, U.K. They result from crosses and backcrosses involving P. capensis and P. aequalis, mountain natives of eastern South Africa
This information about Phygelius x rectus 'Moonraker' displayed is based on research conducted in our horticultural library and from reliable online resources. We also will relate observations made about it as it grows in our nursery gardens and other gardens we have visited, as well how the crops have performed in containers in our nursery field. We will also incorporate comments that we receive from others and we welcome hearing from anyone with additional information, particularly if they can share any cultural information that would aid others in growing it.
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