Kohleria hirsuta

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Kohleria, kohleria hirusta, Tree Gloxinia

Kohleria hirusta, commonly known as the Woolly Flowered Tree Gloxinia, is a shrub grown for its foliage and flowers. It produces small, tubular, red-orange flowers through summer. These are produced at the ends of stems which also host lush green foliage tinged with purple. It typically grows to 1 m tall and 70 cm wide. Kohleria hirusta is commonly included in borders and cottage gardens where it is usually treated as an annual.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Perennials
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	70 cm
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Some
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Kohleria, kohleria hirusta, Tree Gloxinia
Sku	14822

Kohleria hirsuta Details

Kohleria hirusta, commonly known as the Woolly Flowered Tree Gloxinia, is a shrub grown for its foliage and flowers. It produces small, tubular, red-orange flowers through summer. These are produced at the ends of stems which also host lush green foliage tinged with purple. It typically grows to 1 m tall and 70 cm wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site that is frost free. Kohleria hirusta is commonly included in borders and cottage gardens where it is usually treated as an annual. A mass planting is a must with this plant.

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