Streptocarpus Ladyslippers ‘Grape Ice’
Streptocarpus Ladyslippers 'Grape Ice' has stunning, large, tubular white flowers with dramatic grape purple veining.
Streptocarpus is a relative of the African violet commonly known as Cape primrose, but even easier to care for. ‘Grape Ice’ has stunning, large, tubular white flowers with dramatic grape purple veining. Foliage is bright green and crinkled. Plants are floriferous and can bloom for up to 10 months a year! Grow indoors in bright indirect light in an east or west-facing window. Enjoys high humidity and consistent soil moisture.
Common Name: Cape Primrose
Family: Gesneriaceae (The African Violet Family)
Zone Hardiness: 9-11
Light: Part Shade Part Sun
Height: 4-8"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Purple
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Class: Evergreen
Type: Tender
Bloom Time: Spring - Fall
Soil Moisture: Average
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Fragrance: No
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Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Rainforests, on damp banks, and rocks or in grassland.
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