Incarvillea delavayi
Delavay hardy gloxinia
A herbaceous perennial producing a basal rosette of leaves up to 30cm long, with six or more pairs of leaflets. Clusters of showy, trumpet-shaped, deep pink flowers with a yellow throat appear in early and mid-summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Bignoniaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Incarvillea are annuals or perennials grown for their tubular, trumpet-shaped flowers. Some species are suited to rock gardens whilst others can be grown in a mixed, herbaceous border.
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- SW China
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun, but ideally with some summer shade. Will not tolerate winter wet. Mulch over crown in cold areas
Propagation
Propagate by seed, or take basal stem cuttings in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- City and courtyard gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back at the end of the season
Pests
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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