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Streptocarpus candidus
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-15"
- W: 12"-48"
planting zones
- 9b-12
Streptocarpus candidus plant details
Streptocarpus candidus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Streptocarpus candidus
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: gesneriaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 48 IN - wide, 6 IN - 15 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Streptocarpus candidus
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Streptocarpus candidus
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6"-9"
Width: 8"-12"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 24"-36"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10b-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-15"
- bright shade - shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"
- mostly sun - shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 8"-18"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- regular
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