All About Gesneriads

By threegardeners
August 3, 2011

The plants of this group are among the best houseplants for a constant stream of blooms and ease of growth. Do you grow Gesneriads? If so, please share your photos and experiences in the comments section after the article.

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Aug 3, 2011 12:52 PM CST
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Name: Larry Rettig
South Amana, IA (Zone 5a)
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Thanks, Lee Anne, for reminding me what a great group of plants this is. I used to grow many of the ones you mention when I had a small greenhouse. My favorite was Episcia 'Pink Brocade.' Unfortunately, I found it very challenging to grow one that looked healthy.


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Episcia dianthiflora 'Lace Flower Vine' blooming today:

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Aug 3, 2011 1:34 PM CST
Name: Lee Anne Stark
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Love! that E. "Pink Brocade"!!

Yup, the really pink ones are a tad fussy...better suited to a bowl or terrarium...
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