Wine-cups (Callirhoë involucrata) kah-LEER-oh-ee in-vol-yew-KRAY-tah Genus:  Callirhoë

This plant resembles a rosy-purple poppy mallow that blooms all summer. The saucer-shaped flowers are held above prostrate red stems and fingered leaves.

Noteworthy Characteristics: 

Wine-cups can spread 5 feet or more within two years but doesn't become invasive. A mature plant will spread 5 feet or more, studded with up-facing glowing purple flowers.

Care: 

Plant in full sun and sandy, well-drained soil. Does not like winter moisture.

Propagation: 

Seeds are produced in pods which can be direct sown or sown in a container. Mature plants resent moving as it disturbs the sensitive tap root.

Problems: 

Sometimes affected by rust diseases, powdery mildew, aphids, and spider mites.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Beneficial Bugs, Attracts Butterflies, Native, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Summer, Late Spring, Spring, Summer Flower Color Purple, Red Uses Beds and Borders Style Cottage Garden, Rock Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Perennials