Overview
Sinningia sceptrum is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Sinningia, part of the Gesneriaceae family, with green foliage. Sinningia sceptrum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Sinningia sceptrum is a bushy cultivar of the Sinningia genus, which includes both deciduous and evergreen tuberous perennials and small shrubs. This herbaceous perennial features green, succulent leaves and produces sizeable, bell-shaped to tubular flowers in summer. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, patios, containers, and rock gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H1a and can be propagated by seed or division of tubers.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Sinningia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Sinningia sceptrum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sinningia sceptrum
- Propagation
- Seed, Division of tubers
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Sinningia sceptrum?
Sinningia sceptrum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Sinningia sceptrum need?
Sinningia sceptrum grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Sinningia sceptrum hardy in the UK?
Sinningia sceptrum has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Sinningia sceptrum?
Seed, Division of tubers.
