tree gloxinia 'Strawberry Fields'
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An erect, compact, rhizomatous perennial to 30cm tall, with velvety, dark green leaves. In summer it produces tubular red flowers, heavily dotted around the flared petal lobes. All parts of the plant are covered with fine, white hairs
Scientific classification
- Species
- tree gloxinia 'Strawberry Fields' (Kohleria 'Strawberry Fields')
- Genus
- Kohleria
- Family
- Gesneriaceae
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- Toxicity
- Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Tufted
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of tree gloxinia 'Strawberry Fields'
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of tree gloxinia 'Strawberry Fields'
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tree gloxinia 'Strawberry Fields' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in early spring
Growing
GrowingStart the rhizomes into growth at 21°C in early spring. Grow in houseplant compost in bright, filtered light with high humidity. Using soft water, water moderately at first, then freely when in full growth. When flower buds appear, apply a high-potash fertiliser every 2 weeks. In autumn, remove dying top growth and keep almost completely dry
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to rhizome rots if overwatered
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
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