cupflower
Nierembergia scoparia 'Mont Blanc'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 10
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
Cupflower (Nierembergia scoparia 'Mont Blanc) should be watered lightly and frequently, usually every 1-2 days. The soil should be moist but not soggy. In summer, it may require more frequent watering depending on the climate. In the winter, watering should be reduced or paused for a few weeks if temperatures drop below freezing. It is important to adjust the frequency of watering depending on the weather and humidity. In areas with direct sunlight and high temperatures, cupflower should be watered more frequently. In cooler areas with partial sun, the plant may require less water.
sunlight
Cupflower (Nierembergia scoparia 'Mont Blanc') plants thrive best when they receive plenty of direct sunlight. For optimal growth, they should be placed in an area that gets at least 8 hours of full sun exposure each day during the growing season. To avoid sunburn, it is best to give them some light afternoon shade (no more than 4 hours at a time). In areas with intense summer heat, partial shade throughout the day is recommended, otherwise the foliage and flowers of the cupflower can become scorched.
pruning
Cupflower (Nierembergia scoparia 'Mont Blanc') is a hardy, low-growing perennial plant with bright white blooms that appear in late spring and early summer. Pruning of Cupflower is relatively simple and can be done throughout the growing season. Pruning should be done around midsummer, when the plant has reached its mature size. If not pruned at this time, cupflower will become woody and suffer from reduced success in blooming. When pruning the cupflower, remove only dead or diseased foliage, or limbs that are crossing each other. Cut the affected parts of the plant back to the first healthy pair of leaves. This will promote healthy overall growth and the plant should respond by sending out new growth. Keep pruning of new growth applications to a minimum, as this can cause the plant to suffer from a loss of blooms.