Cape Primrose 'Polka-dot Red'
Popular as a houseplant, Streptocarpus ‘Polka-Dot Red’ (Cape Primrose) is a compact, evergreen perennial with small, velvety, wrinkled, strappy leaves and large magnificent flowers produced over several months. Borne on short upright stems, the blossoms feature delicate deep blossom-pink veins that make a stark contrast to the solid white background. This Streptocarpus is a very floriferous selection blooming continuously for over 8 months. Use Cape Primrose as a flowering indoor plant or in containers on a shaded deck or patio.
| Hardiness |
10 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
10 - 12 |
| Plant Type | Houseplants, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Streptocarpus |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
| Height | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
| Spread | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Full Shade |
| Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
| Hardiness |
10 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
10 - 12 |
| Plant Type | Houseplants, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Streptocarpus |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
| Height | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
| Spread | 10" - 1' (25cm - 30cm) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Full Shade |
| Garden Uses | Patio And Containers |
How many Streptocarpus ‘Polka-Dot Red’ (Cape Primrose) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Streptocarpus ‘Polka-Dot Red’ (Cape Primrose) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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