Kohleria 'Longwood'
Also Known As
- Kohleria x 'Longwood'
- Longwood Kohleria
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 10"-18"
- W: 18"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Kohleria 'Longwood' plant details
Kohleria 'Longwood' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Kohleria 'Longwood'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: gesneriaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 18 IN wide, 10 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: red and white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Kohleria 'Longwood'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A perfect choice for an east or west window with winter temperatures above 60°F and partial sun exposure. Unlike other cultivars in this genus, K. 'Longwood' never stops flowering. Brilliant strawberry-red flowers with a white throat emerge freely on the upright stems from this Gesneriad. A tall grower, reaching a height of 12 to 18," its vigor is outstanding.
Gardening facts about Kohleria 'Longwood' plant
How to Grow Kohleria 'Longwood'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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