Streptocarpus 'Spin Art'

Also Known As

Streptocarpus x 'Spin Art'
Spin Art Cape Primrose

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 8"-18"

planting zones

10b-12

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Streptocarpus 'Spin Art' plant details

Streptocarpus 'Spin Art' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple and red flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Streptocarpus 'Spin Art'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Streptocarpus 'Spin Art'

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Streptocarpus is a relative of the African violet commonly known as Cape primrose, but even easier to care for. 'Spin Art' has captivating royal purple flowers boldly and variably marked with streaks of red contrasting with bright yellow and white centres atop lush, felted foliage. Plants are floriferous and can bloom for up to 10 months a year! Grow indoors in bright indirect light in an east or west-facing window or outdoors in the summer on a partly shaded patio. Enjoys high humidity and consistent soil moisture.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Streptocarpus ‘Spin Art’ is a gorgeous cape primrose that makes an excellent low light houseplant. It features rich, royal purple flowers with paint-like streaks of red. The blooms rise above textured, arching green leaves. This amazing plant graces your house with a long-lasting explosion of color, practically blooming all year if grown in good conditions. An indoor temperature of 67-75°F is ideal. Temperatures too much above 80°F tend to cause leafburn as well as reduce the blooming power and longevity of the plant. Primroses can be grown in low light conditions, although an east or west-facing window is best. They prefer high humidity and a consistently moist, but not waterlogged soil.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

This Cape Primrose surpasses all others in floral beauty! True to its name, 'Spin Art' has petals that create a unique color form with splashes of cranberry stripes and light purple against a deep purple background. The large flowers measure 2.5" and bloom with exciting variation in the color patterning. The cream-colored throat adds to its majestic quality. A David Thompson hybrid.