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Gloxinia perennis

Also Known As

  • Canterbury Bells
  • True Gloxinia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 36"-48"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 10b-11

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Gloxinia perennis plant details

Gloxinia perennis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gloxinia perennis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gloxinia perennis

USDA Zones: 10b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Gloxinia perennis plant

How to Grow Gloxinia perennis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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