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African Violet |
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Cape Primrose |
| Streptocarpus | Accepted |
| Saintpaulia | Synonym |
| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
| Leaves: | Evergreen |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Blue |
| Flower Time: | Other: Will bloom continually if given 12 hours of daily light. |
| Suitable Locations: | Terrariums |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Needs specific temperature: 70-75 degrees F Will not come true from seed |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Leaf Division Offsets |
| Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Needs excellent drainage in pots |
| Miscellaneous: | Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: 7132 |
What's Blooming in JanuaryIn a more normal winter, our gardens here in Iowa would be nestled under a blanket of snow. Catching sight of even a flake or two has been a rare event so far this winter. As I write this, I'm itching to get outside, because it is sunny and 61 degrees! The average high in January for our state is 32 degrees. If this keeps up, I may have some early spring flowering bulbs to show you in February instead of in April! In the meantime, let's pay a cyber visit to folks who really do have plants blooming now, and also to our Mystery Blossom Contest winner, Paul Anguiano.
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