Holmskioldia sanguinea 'Bronze' (Chinese hat)
Botanical name: Holmskioldia sanguinea
Common names: Chinese hat, Cup and Saucer, Parasol Flower, Mandarins hat
Cultivar: Bronze
Family: Lamiaceae (Formerly:Verbenaceae)
Origin: Himalaya region
USDA Zone: 10-11
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsHolmskioldia sanguinea, or Chinese hat, is a large shrub that can grow from 5-10 ft tall. It is native to the Himalaya region and is a vigorous vine or creeper. It prefers full sun, but can tolerate semi-shade. The plant's soil should be kept moist and it will reward you with stunning bronze flowers, that attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Mature plant cold hardy to at least 30°F for a short time and is also salt tolerant, making it suitable for growing in seaside gardens in USDA Zones 10-11.
For cold regions, Chinese hat can be grown in a pot that can be moved indoors when temperatures drop. Feed lightly with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Prune after flowering to keep the plant growth under control.
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