Streptocarpus 'Anne'
cape primrose
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- Position: partial shade
- Soil: fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil or fibre-based compost if grown indoors
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: April to October
- Hardiness: tender (will need to be overwintered indoors, or in a shaded greenhouse)
The flowers of this distinctive cape primrose are a deep violet blue, and as they have more petals than many of the other forms, they have a slightly ruffled appearance. Because of its eye-catching appearance 'Anne' will definitely make a great addition to the collection. - Home care: Throughout the growing season, keep them quite well watered, but as they are sensitive to overwatering, allow the compost to get a little dry in between; during this time they should also be fed with a high potash fertiliser. Remove spent flowers as they fade and trim back any old leaves that are past their best. Overwinter on a south or west-facing windowsill and water less often. Repot each spring into a slightly larger, shallow pot filled with fibre-based compost. They can also be used as summer bedding - grow in fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in partial shade.
