This pops up every year but I dont know what it is. Because theres oly 1 I really need to get some more to make a bit of a show but dont know wat to look for, this looks lost on its own. Its about 6" high and wide. Any ideas please?
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Thats its leaf on the left.
Whatever it is Maz, its very pretty :)
Incarvillea grandiflora
Thanks guys, I must look out for more or have a go at propagation cos it is lovely.Â
It's very beautiful Maz - I wonder if it's a weed ??
No Marianne it is Incarvillia.
Its also known as a garden Gloxinia which would account for why I planted it years ago. I love Gloxinia, I just dont remember planting this. ??? Ah the old grey cells arent what they used to be. ;D
yep, i also think incarvillea = there is a fantastic one called 'Cheron' from chiltern seeds which is a lovely pale yellow with dselicate finely cut leaves - it grows really quick - about 10 weeks from a sowing and is reliable perennial for me. The pink ones always look a bit squat in comparison.
maz its really pretty lovely photo :)
Thanks Maz ! And very pretty it is too :D