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| Plant Number: 1.290.050 | USDA Zone: 5 - 9 |
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 | Incarvillea delavayi |
| Common name : Garden Gloxinia |
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| This plant features large, bright-pink trumpet flowers, similar in effect to a Gloxinia. Deeply-cut green foliage appears at the base, with stems rising higher bearing clusters of blossoms. Not the easiest plant to succeed with, particularly in regions with hot, humid summers. The fleshy taproot must have excellent drainage, especially in regions with wet winters, so best success is usually had by growing in a rock garden or raised bed. A winter mulch is recommended in Zones 5 and 6. Worth growing even as an annual. Remove faded flowers to encourage more buds. Excellent for cutting.
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Conditions |
Appearance |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal
Sandy
Soil pH
Neutral
Alkaline
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average
Care Level
Moderate
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Flower Colour
Deep Pink
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Spring
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Edging
Flower Head Size
Medium
Height
45-60 cm
18-23 inches
Spread
30-45 cm
12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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What others say about this plant...
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A plant of rich appearance. It needs a good but well-drained soil in a sunny position, and should be covered with bracken or other dead foliage in winter. It would be worth a lot of trouble, but does not usually need it. Handsome seed-pods with fascinating tongues.; Graham Stuart Thomas, Perennial Garden Plants |
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