Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens)

Ocotillo is a striking desert native recognized for its tall, wand-like canes that flush with green leaves after rainfall and burst into vivid red tubular blooms each spring. Iconic to the Chihuahuan Desert, this architectural plant adds height, movement, and unmistakable Southwest character to xeriscapes and low-water landscapes.

Highlights:
• Spring red flower spikes loved by hummingbirds
• Survives on natural rainfall
• Adds vertical movement and desert authenticity
• Excellent for native and modern xeriscapes
• Very long-lived and hardy

Bloom: Spring
Flower: Red
Height: 8' – 25'
Spread: 8' – 25'
Exposure: Full Sun
Water: Very drought-tolerant
Hardiness: Zones 8 – 10
Learn More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fouquieria_splendens
USDA Zone: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/