Calceolaria Yellow 2L

Calceolaria ‘Yellow’ 2L Pot

Plant Fact File:

Plant Type: Perennial (often grown as an annual)
Botanical Name: Calceolaria herbeohybrida
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 yellow
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 ‘Yellow’, commonly known as the Pocketbook Plant or Slipper Flower, is a striking perennial often grown as an annual for its vibrant and unusual pouch-like yellow flowers. These bright blooms appear in abundance from spring to early summer, creating a dazzling display above a mound of light green, velvety foliage. The unique flower shape resembles a small pocketbook or slipper, which is a charming addition to any indoor or shaded garden space.

Ideal for shaded borders, containers, and as an indoor plant, Calceolaria ‘Yellow’ thrives in partial shade and moist, well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. While it is tender and suitable for outdoor cultivation only in USDA zones 10-11, it can be enjoyed as an annual in cooler climates or grown indoors where it can brighten up any room with its vivid flowers.

Key Features:

Unique Blooms: ‘Yellow’ produces distinctive, bright yellow 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 ‘Yellow’ 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 ‘Yellow’ 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.