High Country Gardens
Erysistible Tricolor Wallflower
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking long-lasting, pollinator-friendly color.
The Erysistible Tricolor Wallflower offers a mesmerizing display of orange, coral-red, and magenta blooms from spring until the first frost. This perennial plant features a compact, bushy form, making it ideal for borders, containers, and sunny garden beds. It thrives in well-drained soils and exhibits excellent heat tolerance. Its long-lasting, fragrant flowers are perfect for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, and also make beautiful cut flower arrangements. Enjoy weeks of vibrant color with this low-maintenance garden gem.
$12.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
848
/ 2577
#848 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-68%
Below average
Life Cycle
Perennial
/ Perennial
Who it's for
- Xeriscaping fans looking to support local pollinators
- Gardeners seeking evolving, multi-colored floral displays
- Early spring enthusiasts wanting fragrant garden blooms
Who should skip it
- Residents in hot, humid climates prone to rot
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding frequent pruning tasks
- Gardeners preferring long-lived, permanent landscape fixtures
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous color from spring through the first frost is exceptional.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant blooms act as a magnet for local butterflies and hummingbirds.
Heat Tolerance
Maintains structural integrity and color vibrancy even in sweltering summer heat.
Maintenance Effort
Low-maintenance growth habit requires minimal intervention for a tidy appearance.
Container Versatility
Compact, bushy form fits perfectly into pots or tight garden borders.
Drought Resilience
Handles dry spells well once established in well-drained garden soil.
Key Specs
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Moderate
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Growth Habit
Upright, Bushy
Mature Height
16-22 inches
Mature Spread
12-16 inches
Pollinator Attractor
Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Features
- Blooms for weeks in vibrant colors
- Fragrant flowers attract pollinators
- Compact, bushy form for containers
- Excellent heat tolerance
- Long-lasting cut flowers
- Low maintenance
- Bee friendly
- Drought tolerant
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Erysistible Tricolor Wallflower for its stunning visual design. The unique blend of colors provides an immediate, striking focal point in garden beds, making it a favorite for curb appeal. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's quality and reliability, noting that it establishes quickly and maintains vigorous growth throughout the season. This wallflower is celebrated for delivering exceptional garden performance, proving to be a highly satisfying and dependable choice for adding vibrant color.
Know before you buy
This variety is a prolific bloomer, providing vibrant color from spring through the first frost of autumn.
Yes, its compact, bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for containers, as well as garden borders or sunny beds.
It is considered a low-maintenance perennial. It is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in well-drained, sandy soils.
Absolutely. The fragrant, colorful flowers are highly effective at attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, and the plant is also bee-friendly.
For the best performance, plant in a location that receives full sun. Ensure the soil is well-drained, as this plant does not tolerate sitting in waterlogged conditions.
The Erysistible Tricolor Wallflower is hardy in zones 5 through 9. It is known for its excellent heat tolerance, making it a reliable performer in warmer climates.
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