Streptocarpus 'Steffano's Shadow Play'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

10b-12

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Streptocarpus 'Steffano's Shadow Play' plant details

Streptocarpus 'Steffano's Shadow Play' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Streptocarpus 'Steffano's Shadow Play'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Streptocarpus 'Steffano's Shadow Play'

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Streptocarpus ‘Steffano’s Shadow Play’ is a beautiful cape primrose that makes an excellent low light houseplant. It features striking, radiant bluish purple blooms with shadowy black margins. 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.