Calceolaria ‘Calynopsis Ruby’ 2L Pot
Plant Fact File:
- Plant Type: Perennial (often grown as an annual)
- Botanical Name: Calceolaria herbeohybrida ‘Calynopsis Ruby’
- 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: Deep ruby red
- 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 Ruby’, commonly known as the Pocketbook Plant or Slipper Flower, is an enchanting perennial often grown as an annual for its vivid and unusual pouch-like flowers. This variety features striking deep ruby red blooms that appear in profusion from spring to early summer, creating a captivating display above its light green, velvety foliage. The distinctive flower shape, resembling a small pocketbook or slipper, adds a whimsical and eye-catching element to any garden or indoor space.
Ideal for shaded borders, containers, and indoor environments, Calceolaria ‘Calynopsis Ruby’ thrives in partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Though tender and best suited for outdoor growth in USDA zones 10-11, it can be enjoyed as an annual in cooler climates or grown indoors, bringing continuous beauty and charm to your home or garden.
Key Features:
Vibrant Blooms: ‘Calynopsis Ruby’ produces deep ruby red 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 displays. 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 Ruby’ 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 Ruby’ 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.
