Lavatera trimestris 'Silver Cup' – Elegant annual shrub rose with salmon-pink flowers

Lavatera trimestris 'Silver Cup' is a fast-growing, flowering annual known for its large, salmon-pink flowers and long blooming period from summer to early autumn. This variety is ideal for gardens, borders, patios, and pots, instantly adding color, height, and ornamental value to any outdoor space.

Characteristics of Lavatera trimestris 'Silver Cup'

'Silver Cup' forms a bushy, compact plant that can reach 60–90 cm tall. The leaves are deeply incised, dark green, and slightly hairy, creating a beautiful contrast with the striking salmon-pink flowers.

The flowers are large (up to 8–10 cm in diameter), trumpet-shaped, and open, appearing in abundance from mid-summer until the first frost. Their long stems also make them suitable as cut flowers for bouquets. Moreover, the plant attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, contributing to an ecologically valuable garden.

Cultivation and care

Lavatera trimestris 'Silver Cup' is easy to grow from seed, grows quickly, and requires little maintenance. Some growing tips:

• Sowing: indoors in early spring or directly in the garden after the last frost

• Location: full sun for optimal flowering

• Soil: well-drained, slightly nutritious and not too wet

• Water: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, but avoid overwatering

• Support: Long stems may benefit from light support in windy areas

• Maintenance: Regularly removing dead flowers encourages new flowering and extends the flowering period.

Thanks to its rapid growth and abundant flowering, 'Silver Cup' is perfect for border planting, patios, pots and terraces.

Applications in garden and household

• Ornamental value: ideal for border planting, rock gardens, patios and balcony boxes

• Cut flowers: long stems and large flowers make 'Silver Cup' suitable for fresh bouquets

• Ecological garden: attracts bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects

• Annual flowering: suitable for gardeners who want to quickly add color and elegance

Why choose Lavatera trimestris 'Silver Cup'?

• Large, trumpet-shaped salmon-pink flowers for a striking, fresh appearance

• Long flowering period from summer to autumn

• Fast growth and low maintenance

• Compact, bushy shape suitable for borders and pots

• Attract bees and butterflies for ecologically responsible gardens

• Ideal as a cut flower thanks to long, sturdy stems

Lavatera trimestris 'Silver Cup' combines style, color, and ease of use, making it an excellent choice for hobby gardeners, balcony enthusiasts, and professional garden designers looking to add a vibrant, long-flowering annual.