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Poppy Mallow, Wine Cups

Callirhoe Involucrata

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Overview

Poppy Mallow, also known as Wine Cups (Callirhoe involucrata), is a perennial groundcover that boasts vibrant magenta blooms resembling cups, up to 2 inches across. Its trailing stems can spread 2-3 feet, adorned with deeply lobed green leaves. This drought-tolerant native thrives in USDA zones 4-8, preferring full sun and well-draining soils. Blooming from late spring to fall, it attracts pollinators while adding bold color to xeriscapes and rock gardens.

Sun FullWater LowZones 4–9Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Temperate
Poppy Mallow, Wine Cups (Callirhoe Involucrata) — Poppy Mallow requires well-drained soil; is a perennial groundcover that boasts vibrant magenta blooms

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
6–12 Inches
Mature width
0.5–3 Ft.

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Malvaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Poppy Mallow, Wine Cups (Callirhoe Involucrata) — This drought-resistant beauty thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8; provided there is good drainage
Poppy Mallow, Wine Cups (Callirhoe Involucrata) — Blooming from early summer through fall frost, image 38
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