Gloxinia. A beautiful summer flowering houseplant with very large bell shaped nodding flowers. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to September. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 60°F / 15°C.
Sinningia Maxima Group
A beautiful summer flowering houseplant with very large bell shaped nodding flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Sinningia |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | Maxima Group |
| Common Name | Gloxinia |
| Flower Colour | white, red, violet |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Perennial |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 60°F / 15°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water with tepid water, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Lift and store frost free, Keep dry when dormant |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Leafhoppers, Thrips |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Seed |
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