Lion's Tail - 5 Gallon
Lion's Tail - 5 Gallon
Lion's Tail - 5 Gallon
Lion's Tail - 5 Gallon
Lion's Tail - 5 Gallon

Lion's Tail

Leonotis leonurus

Regular price$29.95
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PlantClearance.com delivers using our own private nursery box trucks to ensure careful handling, secure loading, and reliable scheduling from our growing grounds directly to your location.

All deliveries are completed by our trained team — we do not outsource plant transport.

🌴 Southern California Delivery

We proudly deliver throughout:

Los Angeles • Orange • Ventura • Riverside • San Bernardino • San Diego

Estimated delivery timeframe: 2–7 business days

Orders $100–$598: $69 Local Delivery

Orders $599+: FREE Local Delivery

🌵 Northern California, Nevada and Arizona Delivery

We also service Northern California, Las Vegas Nevada (Not Northern Nevada), and Arizona through our scheduled regional truck routes

Estimated delivery timeframe: 2–10 business days

Minimum Order: $500

Delivery pricing is calculated at checkout based on order size and reserved truck capacity.

Routes are dispatched once truck capacity is filled and confirmed.

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Description

Lion’s Tail is a bold, fast-growing shrub admired for its dramatic whorls of bright orange, tubular flowers that resemble a lion’s mane. Blooming from late spring through fall, the showy blossoms rise above deep green foliage and attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. Native to South Africa, this drought-tolerant plant adds height, texture, and vibrant color to Mediterranean, pollinator, and low-water landscapes. Its upright, architectural form makes it an excellent focal plant in borders, mass plantings, and wildlife-friendly gardens.

Choose a full sun location with well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth it was growing in its container. Backfill gently, firm the soil, and water thoroughly. Space plants to allow for upright growth and air circulation. Keep soil evenly moist during the establishment period.


Lion’s Tail thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce watering once established, as it is drought-tolerant. Prune back after flowering or in late winter to encourage bushier growth and more blooms. Fertilization is minimal; a light feeding in spring is sufficient. This plant is heat-tolerant, low-maintenance, and performs best in warm climates.

Ideal for homeowners, landscapers, and property managers looking to improve their landscape with healthy, professionally grown plants. Perfect for creating privacy, shade, color, and structure while enhancing curb appeal and outdoor living spaces.

1. How often should I water Lion’s Tail?

Water regularly during the first growing season. Once established, occasional deep watering is sufficient.

2. When does Lion’s Tail bloom?

It typically blooms from late spring through fall.

3. How large does Lion’s Tail grow?

It usually grows 4–6 feet tall and 3–5 feet wide.

4. Is Lion’s Tail good for pollinators?

Yes, it strongly attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.

  • At Plant Clearance, we specialize in delivering the highest quality plants grown specifically for California's unique climate and conditions.
  • Our plants are hand-selected by our team of experts to ensure that only the best plants are procured for our customers.
  • We monitor each plant from the moment it's selected until the moment it arrives at your location to ensure that it arrives in the best possible condition.
  • Grower-direct pricing with significant savings compared to retail nurseries
  • Healthy, container-grown plants ready for landscape installation
  • Carefully handled and delivered by our own nursery trucks
  • Trusted by homeowners, landscapers, and contractors across the region
FLOWER SEASON Late Spring through Fall
FLOWER TYPE Bright orange tubular flowers
SEASONALITY Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen
MATURE HEIGHT 4–6 ft.
MATURE WIDTH 3–5 ft.
SUN EXPOSURE Full Sun
WATERING Low
GROWS WELL IN ZONES 8, 9, 10, 11

What to Expect on Delivery

Your order from PlantClearance is more than just plants — it’s a carefully prepared experience from our nursery to your landscape.

  • Premium Quality: Each plant is hand-selected by our nursery team for its health, size, and beauty — ready to thrive in your garden.
  • Professionally Prepared: Before delivery, plants are cleaned, pruned, and inspected to ensure strong roots and vibrant growth.
  • Delivered With Care: We don’t ship in boxes — your plants are personally delivered on our own box trucks, standing upright and secured for a safe, damage-free trip straight to your home or job site.
  • Helpful Guidance: Every order includes a thank-you card and QR code linking to detailed care tips and planting instructions.

At PlantClearance, we handle every plant with the same care we give in our nursery — so it arrives fresh, full, and ready to thrive the moment it’s delivered.

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