The Leafy Look
Streptocarpus Pretty Turtle - 120mm
Streptocarpus Pretty Turtle - 120mm
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Streptocarpus 'Pretty Turtle' is a charming and relatively easy-to-care-for houseplant known for its attractive and unique flowers. Here’s a detailed description and care guide for this plant:
The 'Pretty Turtle' cultivar of Streptocarpus is renowned for its stunning, tubular flowers. They typically feature a mix of colors such as white with hints of pink or lavender, often with intricate patterns or speckling. The flowers resemble those of the more common African violet but are usually larger and more elaborate.
The plant has soft, velvety leaves that are usually deep green and can be slightly crinkled or wavy. The leaves form a rosette, and their lush appearance adds to the plant's ornamental value.
Streptocarpus 'Pretty Turtle' is a compact, bushy plant with a rosette growth habit, making it suitable for small spaces or as a tabletop plant.
CARE TIPS
- Place in bright, indirect light is best. It can tolerate some direct sunlight, but it should be filtered through a curtain to prevent leaf scorch. Low light conditions, which can lead to poor flowering and leggy growth.
- Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top of the soil feels dry to the touch. Water from the base of the plant or use a watering can to avoid getting water on the leaves, which can cause leaf spots. Ensure the pot has good drainage.
- Prune to remove dead or damaged leaves and spent flowers to encourage new growth and maintain a tidy appearance. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears to trim back any unsightly parts of the plant.
*Pot not included.
*Plants can only be shipped in WA.
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