Streptocarpella - Blue
The Streptocarpella Blue, 'Streptocarpella' is a shade loving member of the African Violet family. The lovely blue trumpet shaped blooms hover over the felted leaves. Streptocarpella is a small, tender basket plant from southern Africa that quickly grows to 8 - 12 inches tall with a spread of 12 inches across. Streptocarpella should be grown in a well drained, organic potting mix in either a hanging basket, window box, or decorative container. Hummingbirds find this plant irresistable. Streptocarpella Blue are absolutely great for baskets and pots. In warmer zones this plant can also be a perennial. ... additional info
Begonia - Spectrum Mandela The Begonia Spectrum Mandela, 'Begonia x hybrida', are wonderfully floriferous plants that are at home in the garden, or in patio containers. This begonia is a cross between the winter flowering Begonia socotrana, and the summer flowering tuberous types of begonias. The Spectrum Mandela begonias are distinguished by their large, double flowers that are yellow in color. In cool or wet climates, consider growing your Spectrum begonias on a patio or in porch boxes.
