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Nierembergia caerulea 'Jessie'

Also Known As

  • Nierembergia hippomanica 'Jessie'
  • Jessie Cup Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-18"
  • W: 8"-18"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Nierembergia caerulea 'Jessie' plant details

Nierembergia caerulea 'Jessie' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with. In fall and summer blue and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nierembergia caerulea 'Jessie'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: solanaceae
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and pink blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nierembergia caerulea 'Jessie'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: gritty and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pale lavender-blue flowers deepen to purple toward the yellow eye, blooming indomitably throughout the summer on this 18" x 18" shrublet. Cut back hard in early spring to bush it out. Place close to pathways to appreciate it's airy foliage and plentiful floating flower cups. Minimum temperature: 0°F

Gardening facts about Nierembergia caerulea 'Jessie' plant

How to Grow Nierembergia caerulea 'Jessie'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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