Gloxinia Belgium Gloxinia ‘Emperor Frederick’

Gloxinia 'Emperor Frederick' is a houseplant with velvety bell-shaped blossoms of scarlet red with white edging and undersides.

Gloxinia ‘Emperor Frederick’ is a fascinating tropical plant with velvety bell-shaped blossoms of scarlet red edged with pure white. The underside of the blooms are pure white which pops against the broad green foliage. Stunning and captivating! 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:  Red

Secondary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Bloom Time:  Summer - Fall

Foliage Colour:  Bluish

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Tender

Soil Moisture:  Average

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Fragrance:  No

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Benefits:  Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees

Deer Resistant:  No

BC Native:  No

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