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Gloxinia Belgium Gloxinia 'Violacea'


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Gloxinia 'Violacea' is a tender perennial with multi-coloured velvety bell-shaped blossoms in various hues of purples.


Description:
Gloxinia 'Violacea' as the name implies is a truly regal tropical with multihued, velvety, bell-shaped blossoms of the deepest, richest purple. The throats have a white and red glow with crimson speckles and white stamens. The reverses are lavender purple. This tender perennial is a long bloomer from mid summer to mid fall. Attracts pollinators. Works well in containers and as a houseplant. Enjoys bright indirect light. Allow tubers to dry-out between flowerings.


Common Name: Gloxinia - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]

Family: Gesneriaceae (The African Violet Family)

Zone Hardiness: 9-11

Light: Part Shade, Part Sun

Height: 8-12"

Width: 8-12"

Primary Bloom Colour: Purple

Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream

Class: Deciduous

Type: Tender

Bloom Time: Summer - Fall

Soil Moisture: Average

Stem Colour:

Fragrance: No

Berries: No

Benefits: Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees

Deer Resistant: No

BC Native: No

Native Habitat:

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Geogrpahical Origin: Americas - Central and South America

Miscellaneous - Garden Origin

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