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Streptocarpus 'Guidelines'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 5"-8"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 10b-12

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Streptocarpus 'Guidelines' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Streptocarpus 'Guidelines'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 5 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Streptocarpus 'Guidelines'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Streptocarpus ‘Guidelines’ is a gorgeous cape primrose that makes an excellent low light houseplant. It features frilly, cloud white blooms with rich royal blue to purple central stripes, the ‘Guidelines’. 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.

Gardening facts about Streptocarpus 'Guidelines' plant

How to Grow Streptocarpus 'Guidelines'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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