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Sinningia [Mixed Seedlings]

Also Known As

  • Sinningia x [Mixed Seedlings]

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"-15"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 7b-11

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Sinningia [Mixed Seedlings] plant details

Sinningia [Mixed Seedlings] is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink, salmon and white flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sinningia [Mixed Seedlings]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: pink, salmon and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sinningia [Mixed Seedlings]

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Sinningia [Mixed Seedlings] plant

How to Grow Sinningia [Mixed Seedlings]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
    • salmon
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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aka Gloxinia cardinalis

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 8"-10"

Width: 8"-10"

  • bright shade
  • low
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aka Sinningia longituba, Sinningia tubiflora 'Alba', Hardy White Gloxinia

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7b-11

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 18"-36"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in winter
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aka Towering Inferno Hardy Sinningia

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7b-11

Size

Height: 4'

Width: 2'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - occasional
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aka Hardy Red Gloxinia

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7b-11

Size

Height: 12"-20"

Width: 24"-36"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 18"-24"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in winter
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