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Sinningia 'Towering Inferno'

Also Known As

  • Towering Inferno Hardy Sinningia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 7b-11

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Sinningia 'Towering Inferno' plant details

Sinningia 'Towering Inferno' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sinningia 'Towering Inferno'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, long-blooming, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sinningia 'Towering Inferno'

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sinningia ‘Towering Inferno’ is unique hardy perennial sprouting up numerous flower stalks from a large, deciduous, underground tuber. The stems are covered in a multitude of dangling, fiery red tubular flowers all season. A favorite of hummingbirds. Gloxinia is best grown in moist, humus-rich soil that does not dry out. Deadhead frequently to prolong blooming. Mulch heavily in the fall.

Gardening facts about Sinningia 'Towering Inferno' plant

How to Grow Sinningia 'Towering Inferno'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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