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Canterbury Bells (Gloxinia perennis)

Canterbury Bells (Gloxinia perennis) are charming bell-shaped flowers, often grown as annuals, adding vibrant color to gardens and containers with their cheerful blooms.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light

Watering

Keep consistently moist

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil

Temperature

Warm temperatures

Fertilizer

Regular feeding during growth

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light

Protect from direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves. East or north-facing windows are ideal.

Watering

Keep consistently moist

Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid soggy conditions.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil

Temperature

Warm temperatures

Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.

Fertilizer

Regular feeding during growth

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during spring and summer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Biennial

Plant Height

0.6-1.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-dormant

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

5-7 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Escheria gloxiniifolia Regel
Eucolum crassifolium Salisb.
Gloxinia bicolor Poepp. ex Hanst.
Gloxinia heterophylla Poepp.
Gloxinia pallidiflora Hook.
Gloxinia suaveolens Decne.
Gloxinia trichantha Miq.
Gloxinia trichotoma Moench
Martynia perennis L.
Salisia gloxiniiflora Regel
Salisia maculata Regel
Salisia pallidiflora (Hook.) Regel
Salisia suaveolens (Decne.) Regel
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyGesneriaceae
  • genusGloxinia
  • speciesGloxinia perennis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

None

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