About
A tiny, tufted, annual from Turkey and the Near East with small, sticky, hairy, mid-green leaves and small, sparse, white or pinkish flowers in summer. A botanical curiosity for a sunny, very well-drained alpine house or rock garden.
About the 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.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.