Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV) (African violet 'Ness' Cherry Smoke') — Clump forming

Overview

Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV) is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Streptocarpus, part of the Gesneriaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (African violet) is a clump-forming cultivar within the Streptocarpus genus, which includes annuals, perennials, and subshrubs known for their wrinkled, lanceolate or rounded leaves and clusters of tubular to trumpet-like flowers with five spreading lobes. This deciduous plant is suited for conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, thriving in bright indirect light with moist but well-drained soil. It prefers a sheltered position with full sun to partial shade and grows best in loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H1c and flowers from spring through autumn.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Streptocarpus

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H1c

Plant details

Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV)

Propagation: Leaf cuttings, Seed, Division
Pest resistance: Aphids, Glasshouse leafhopper, Mealybug, Tarsonemid mites
Disease resistance: Botrytis, Powdery mildew

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV)?

Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV) need?

Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV) grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV) hardy in the UK?

Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV) has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.

How do I propagate Streptocarpus 'Ness' Cherry Smoke' (AV)?

Leaf cuttings, Seed, Division.

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