Cupflower
Nierembergia spp.
Nierembergia repens - Fleur by Denis.prévôt (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Half-hardy
H3
RHS hardiness
-5°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 50cm |
10cm | Min | 10cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Cupflower Overview
Nierembergia is a genus containing around 23 perennials or shrubs in the Solanaceae family. They originate from North and South America and are commonly known by the name Cupflower. They may be deciduous or semi-evergreen and some are grown as annual plants. Species in this genus range from frost hardy to half hardy, they grow best in full sun and moist, well-draining soil.
Common problems with Cupflower
How to propagate Cupflower
Division
Divide in spring.
Cuttings
Semi-ripe cuttings best taken in the summer.
Seed
Sow in autumn.