cupflower
Nierembergia scoparia 'Purple Robe'
Overview
The cupflower or Nierembergia scoparia 'Purple Robe' is an attractive, low-maintenance annual that will add bold colour to your flowerbeds. It is easy to cultivate with average soil and loves full sun. Its unique purple blooms have a metallic sheen and are borne on sprawling, lush foliage. This perennial thrives in summer heat but will not tolerate frost. It is drought tolerant and pest free, and its flowers will attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and in containers, the cupflower's lovely colour will brighten your yard all season long.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "3-4" days.
Light
Full sun, part shade.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 7-10.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, May.
Propagation
Cutting, Division, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
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