Winecups

Winecups is a native, low growing, spreading perennial flower that blooms throughout most of the summer.

It has deep green leaves spaced along the stems. The striking wine-colored flowers have five petals that grow in the shape of a cup. It grows well in a variety of soils and is useful for slopes and the edges of retaining walls since its long stems gracefully drape over rocks and walls. Little to no maintenance is required.

This is an excellent plant with nice foliage, excellent flowers, and drought-tolerance. Rabbits like to eat it when given the chance. 

Winecups

Winecups is a native, low growing, spreading perennial flower that blooms throughout most of the summer.

It has deep green leaves spaced along the stems. The striking wine-colored flowers have five petals that grow in the shape of a cup. It grows well in a variety of soils and is useful for slopes and the edges of retaining walls since its long stems gracefully drape over rocks and walls. Little to no maintenance is required.

This is an excellent plant with nice foliage, excellent flowers, and drought-tolerance. Rabbits like to eat it when given the chance. 

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Callirhoe involucrata

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Pronunciation

kal-ir-OH-ee in-vol-yoo-KRAY-tuh

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Mature Height

5 to 8 in.

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Mature Spread

20 to 30 in.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

pink-magenta

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Bloom time

spring through late summer

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Colorado Native

Yes

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Natural Habitat

central United States

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Light Requirements

sun, part shade

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 3-9

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 8,000 ft.

See in a landscape

Narrow strips like this can be a tough place for grass to grow because of the heat from the surrounding concrete and the difficulty of watering a narrow area. That's why these plants are a great choice for an area like this. Not only do they like the extra heat from the wall and sidewalk, but they enjoy being kept on the dry side. The yellow-blooming chocolate flower will thank you for not over-watering by blooming all season long! Many of the plants found in this garden are native to Colorado.

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