Erysimum Citrona Orange and Citrona Yellow

Okay, we all know that pansies rule for cool season color in north Texas, but how about the other cool season plants that go along with the pansies?? You know the usual line-up, snapdragons, dianthus, alyssum….

Well, it is time to welcome a new member to the cool season ensemble. Let me introduce you to a member of the cabbage family, Erysimum ‘Citrona Orange’ and E. ‘Citrona Yellow’, or otherwise known by friends and acquaintances as Wallflower.

E. “Citrona” is evergreen and produces bright orange or bright yellow flowers that are super fragrant. They will grow to around 15”- 18” tall and wide. Full sun is best, but part sun is tolerated. Erysimum is not picky about soil, just as long as it is well drained.

Plant in the fall or early spring. Trim back if damaged by the cold. The foliage will quickly regenerate and blooms will soon recur, giving you fantastic color through March and April.

Come on, North Texas gardeners, Don’t be shy, introduce Erysimum Citrona Orange and/or E. Citrona Yellow to your next cool season line-up.