Calceolaria Calynopsis Orange 2L

Calceolaria ‘Calynopsis Orange’ 2L Pot

Plant Fact File:

Plant Type: Perennial (often grown as an annual)
Botanical Name: Calceolaria herbeohybrida ‘Calynopsis Orange’
Common Name: Pocketbook Plant, Slipper Flower
Container Size: 2 Litre Pot
Mature Height: 20-30 cm (8-12 inches)
Mature Spread: 20-30 cm (8-12 inches)
Flower Color: Bright orange
Flower Form: Pouch-like, slipper-shaped blooms
Scent: Not fragrant
Flowering Period: Spring to early summer
Foliage: Light green, velvety leaves
Hardiness: Tender (USDA zones 10-11)
Aspect: Partial shade
Soil Type: Moist, well-draining, rich in organic matter
Uses: Indoor plant, shaded borders, containers

Description:

Calceolaria ‘Calynopsis Orange’, commonly known as the Pocketbook Plant or Slipper Flower, is a captivating perennial often grown as an annual due to its vibrant and unusual pouch-like flowers. This variety boasts bright orange blooms that appear in abundance from spring to early summer, standing out above the light green, velvety foliage. The unique, slipper-shaped flowers add a touch of whimsy and visual interest to any garden or indoor space.

Ideal for shaded borders, containers, and as an indoor plant, Calceolaria ‘Calynopsis Orange’ thrives in partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Though it is tender and best suited for outdoor cultivation in USDA zones 10-11, it can also be enjoyed as an annual in cooler climates or grown indoors, bringing continuous color and charm to your home or garden.

Key Features:

Vibrant Blooms: ‘Calynopsis Orange’ produces striking bright orange pouch-like flowers from spring to early summer.
Compact Size: With a mature height and spread of 20-30 cm (8-12 inches), this plant is perfect for containers, shaded borders, and indoor settings.
Non-Fragrant: The flowers are not fragrant, making them suitable for those sensitive to strong scents.
Tender Perennial: Best grown as an annual in cooler climates or as a houseplant, Calceolaria ‘Calynopsis Orange’ is hardy in USDA zones 10-11.
Low Maintenance: Requires moist, well-draining soil and partial shade, with minimal care once established.

Planting Tips:

Choose a location with partial shade and moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball and incorporate compost or organic matter into the soil.
Plant Calceolaria ‘Calynopsis Orange’ at the same depth as it was in its container and backfill with soil.
Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Avoid direct sunlight, as too much sun can scorch the leaves and flowers.
Apply a light mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Pinch back the tips of the plant to encourage bushier growth and more blooms.
Bring the plant indoors if grown in cooler climates, or treat it as an annual and replace each year for continuous display.