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Nierembergia caerulea 'Alba'

White Cup Flower

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Description

Nierembergia caerulea 'Alba' is a beautiful flowering annual that does well in full to partial sun. It should be planted in springtime to enjoy beautiful, white, cupped-shaped flowers that can grow up to 1' tall. It is a compact plant that looks great on edges. It prefers cool temperatures.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Annual

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

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Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.