Callirhoe involucrata
Poppy Mallow, Wine Cups
Description
WInecups is a drought-hardy plant and is easily grown in poor to average soil along with full sun. Trailing 1'-2' stems sprawl gracefully with a continuous display of 2" magenta cups from April to August. This plant is good with Lamb's Ears and Rose Campion.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Purple, Red
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.