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Calceolaria alba

Also Known As

  • Pocketbook Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 16"
  • W: 16"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Calceolaria alba plant details

Calceolaria alba is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calceolaria alba

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: calceolariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 16 IN wide, 16 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calceolaria alba

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark green, narrow, jagged leaves grow on stems to 16" tall; then the show of puffy white flowers begins like so many mini marshmallows. Fanciful, fun plant for children (and the child in each of us)!

Gardening facts about Calceolaria alba plant

How to Grow Calceolaria alba

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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