Nicandra physalodes 'Splash of Cream'
Also Known As
- Splash of Cream Apple of Peru
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
Nicandra physalodes 'Splash of Cream' plant details
Nicandra physalodes 'Splash of Cream' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Nicandra physalodes 'Splash of Cream'
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: solanaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Nicandra physalodes 'Splash of Cream'
- USDA Zones:
- Sun exposure: sun
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
The finely variegated foliage, in yellow and green, contrasts pleasingly with the sky blue flowers of this rare variety. The cup shaped flowers close as the day progresses. Self sows.
By: Select Seeds
Gardening facts about Nicandra physalodes 'Splash of Cream' plant
How to Grow Nicandra physalodes 'Splash of Cream'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Fruit
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Nicandra for your garden
aka Nicandra physaloides, Apple of Peru, Shoo Fly, Shoofly
Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
1-11
Size
Height: 12"-48"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - low
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