Stardust Hummingbird Trumpet (Zauschneria)

‘Stardust’ hummingbird trumpet is a compact perennial selection grown for narrow, dusty green foliage and orange tubular flowers. Its 12–18 in. mound blooms from summer into fall and supplies nectar for hummingbirds and butterflies. ## Siting and Use Plant it in full sun with well-drained soil in a rock garden, border, or waterwise planting. Water regularly while it establishes, then reduce irrigation; once established it handles heat and occasional drought. The [High Country Gardens cultivar page](https://www.highcountrygardens.com/products/perennial-zauschneria-stardust) confirms the selection name, growing conditions, bloom, and 12–18 in. mature height and spread. A current [Perennial Favorites catalog](https://www.perennialfavorites.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2026_PF_Catalog-1.pdf) also lists the Stardust hummingbird trumpet with orange blooms and a 12–18 in. height and width. ## Flower and Foliage Orange, trumpet-shaped flowers rise above the narrow foliage through the warm season. The compact size fits small-space plantings, and the bloom supports late-season pollinators. ## Maintenance Leave the stems standing over winter, then cut the plant back near ground level in mid-spring. Give its spreading roots room and remove or replant suckers if it moves beyond its space.