Wednesday's Flower

Wednesday's Story

A goblet…

Is a large footed cup that is often shared. It’s something I associate with King Arthur’s table and with receiving communion at church. No matter what you associate it with, let’s all share in the beauty of this unique flower that looks like a goblet: a chalice.

Find this flower and others in our floral print store.

points of interest

Vigorous, rope-like vine with sparsely branched stems bearing elliptical leaves. Flowers are funnel-shaped with 5 reflexed lobes, and violet tinged white that become yellow with age. Spring flowering.

general care

Use support in the garden in a moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist, but well drained soil in full sun. Prune in late winter or early spring to restrict size.