Winecups (aka, Purple Poppy Mallow)
Callirhoe involucrata
This native plant thrives at the front of the border, in the wild garden and in xeriscapes where it can enjoy the full sun. It blooms with wine-red flowers from April to hard frost. Perennial. Xeriscape.
Tips from the pros: Less water and some pinching back will help this plant stay more compact and keep it from spreading as wide. It does self-seed, so remove any seedlings when they are young, before the roots get a good foothold.
| Plant Type | Groundcover |
| Height | 8-12 inches |
| Width | 48-60 inches |
| Flowering Season | April to hard frost |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to xeric |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 3-9 |
| Soil Type | Well-drained clay, loam or sandy soil |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | No |
| North American Native | Yes |
| Year Introduced | 1999 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Cut back/shear to base every spring |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | No maintenance, long lived plant that is well behaved. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 6200 ft |
