

Lapageria is a beautiful yet challenging plant to care for, known for its intricate needs. It requires a cool, humid environment and consistent moisture without waterlogging. Special care points include providing filtered light and maintaining a well-draining soil mix enriched with organic matter. Consistent attention to temperature and humidity levels is essential to keep lapageria healthy and thriving.
Watering schedule: Every week
Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun
Care Difficulty | Hard |
Lifespan | Perennial |
Watering Schedule | Every week |
Sunlight Requirements | Partial sun |
Soil Type | Garden Soil |
Hardiness Zones |
8-11
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Chilean bellflower (Lapageria rosea) is the national flower of Chile and grows only in a small area on the southwestern coast of South America. It is a vining plant and its showy flowers are pollinated by native hummingbirds. Both the fruits and roots of the plant are edible.
Chilean bellflower 'Nash Court' is very similar in appearance to the parent Chilean bellflower, but it is simply easier to find than the parent outside of its native South America. It is named Chilean bellflower 'Nash Court' after Nash Court, a stately home in Marnhull, Dorset, UK.
The chilean bellflower 'Flesh Pink' is a medium-sized cultivar of Chilean Bellflower. This variety is named for its delicate pink blooms which make a beautiful complement to the plant's dark green leaves. Gardeners enjoy its ability to grow in shady spots.
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