Gloxinia
HOUSE PLANTS. Gloxinia have superb flowers, and are easily grown. Place tubers in mix of peat substitute and sand leaving tops exposed. A temperature of 60 degrees fahrenheit is ideal but a warm windowsill will suffice. When growth is established place in 9 cm pots in soil-less compost. Keep moist at all times. When buds show apply a weak liquid manure.
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Blanche de Meru
M6265
The charming bell-shaped, bi-coloured blooms of Gloxinia ‘Blanche de Meru’ are displayed in a compact cluster, like a petite posy for your windowsill. Each petal is strikingly edged in deep pink, highlighting a snow-white centre. Native to Southern Brazil, Gloxinia enjoy warm temperatures – around 60°F (16°C) is ideal. A highly attractive plant to brighten up the house or conservatory, ‘Blanche de Meru’ will flower for a stretch of several months. The button-like blooms are especially effective displayed in rows of terracotta pots.
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Emperor Frederick
M6262
Named after the German Emperor and King of Prussia who married Queen Victoria’s daughter, Gloxinia ‘Emperor Frederick’ is a regal addition to your houseplant collection. Resplendent, trumpet-shaped flowers are held in neat bunches above handsome, scalloped foliage. The lavish, deep crimson blooms convey rich splendour, each centring around a delicately speckled throat. The petals are edged with a sparkling white margin, like the ermine fur trimming a royal robe. These majestic blooms are primarily suited to growing indoors, providing a floriferous display for months on end.
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Emperor Wilhelm
M6268
Bearing the name of the German Kaiser and King of Prussia, Gloxinia ‘Emperor Wilhelm’ is imbued with imperial splendour. Velvety, dark amethyst blooms deepen to an inky-black centre, highlighted by a by a broad, pure white margin. Compact clusters of flowers are held aloft, displayed gloriously above deeply veined, serrated foliage. Originating in Brazil, these sub-tropical plants prefer a consistently warm environment in bright, indirect light: ideal for a windowsill or partially shaded conservatory. Boasting an exceptionally long flowering period, Gloxinia will enhance your home with their petite charm and plush, satiny petals.
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Tigrina Blue
M6270
The highly decorative blooms of Gloxinia ‘Tigrina Blue’ flaunt violet-blue petals encircling a white centre, finely flecked by purple freckles. A favourite of the Victorians, Gloxinia are as delightful to grow now as they were in centuries past. Flowering continuously for many months, the clusters of blooms form miniature bouquets, held proudly aloft to show off their markings. A rosette of fuzzy, emerald-green foliage provides an attractive backdrop. Hailing from the rainforests of Brazil, these fascinating flowers enjoy warm, humid conditions. ‘Tigrina Blue’ will thrive as a houseplant, bringing ornamental appeal to any brightly lit room in your home.
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Emperor Collection
M6274
The highly decorative blooms of Gloxinia ‘Tigrina Blue’ flaunt violet-blue petals encircling a white centre, finely flecked by purple freckles. A favourite of the Victorians, Gloxinia are as delightful to grow now as they were in centuries past. Flowering continuously for many months, the clusters of blooms form miniature bouquets, held proudly aloft to show off their markings. A rosette of fuzzy, emerald-green foliage provides an attractive backdrop. Hailing from the rainforests of Brazil, these fascinating flowers enjoy warm, humid conditions. ‘Tigrina Blue’ will thrive as a houseplant, bringing ornamental appeal to any brightly lit room in your home.