Streptocarpus Concord Blue

$39.99
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A highly popular, free-flowering hybrid perennial prized for its non-stop display of delicate, violet-blue blossoms. Belonging to the African Violet family, this compact, branching plant features velvety green leaves and produces graceful, arching stems loaded with small, nodding, trumpet-shaped flowers. It thrives equally well as a continuous-blooming indoor houseplant or as a spilling accent in shaded outdoor hanging baskets. 

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Details & Plant Care

Difficulty:

Easy

Water:

Medium-High Water (Top 25% Dry)

Humidity:

40% to 65%

Pet Friendly:

Pet Safe

Light:

Bright Indirect Light

Plant Information

Common Names:

Cape Primrose

Scientific Name:

Streptocarpus 'Concord Blue'

Country Of Origin

Hybrid Cultivar

Growth Rate:

Moderate - Fast

Soil Type:

Requires a light, fluffy, and highly well-draining potting mix with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.8 to 6.5)

Fertilize:

Seasonally

Remember to only fertilize during their active growing season.

Common Pests

Aphids

Aphids

What To Look For: Small soft-bodied insects (green, yellow, black or orange) usually congregating on new growth, stems or leaf undersides. Sticky residue (“honeydew”) on leaves or nearby surfaces, sometimes with sooty mold developing on it. Distorted or curling leaves, wilting, slow growth.

How To Treat: Isolate the infested plant to prevent spread. Blast with water to dislodge many adults, especially on newer growth. Use insecticidal soap, making sure to cover the leaf underside and new growth. Repeat treatments every 7 days or so until no new signs appear. (Since they reproduce quickly)

Mealybugs

Mealybugs

What To Look For: White, cottony or waxy masses on stems, leaf axils, underside of leaves. Sticky honeydew, sooty mold growth, yellowing or dropping leaves.

How To Treat: Use a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol to dab and remove visible bugs. Wash leaves and stems with gentle soapy water. In heavy infestations, consider removing very affected stems/leaves or, in the worst case, replacing the plant.