Now that my gloxinia has had a great show all summer, they are looking yukkie,this is the 1st year I'm going to try to keep them. I usally toss them. How do I go about keeping them. Do I keep watering or let them dry, and how long before they start to show more growth.. I'm really ignorent about these plants. I've looked on internet but not sure if these are going too sleep, or they just need some help... like I do. thanks for the help.
Viv
This is what they looked like last month. I want that back.. LOL
Viv
When all flowering is completed, the plant will decline and go into a resting state. As the plant declines, start watering less often, then stop watering altogether and let the leaves die. Allow the tuberous stem to rest 2 to 4 months in dry soil. Keep an eye on the plant and when new growth appears, resume watering.
http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC1559.htm
Hi Vizz8,
Welcome to our group! Snowrose told you exactly what I would have. I have had a small one that I have had since 2000 and it blooms every year.
Mine looks ratty too so I am sure it is nothing you have done....it is just that time of year for it to die and have a break.
Joanne
Oh thanks so much Snowrose and Joanne, thats what I wanted to hear, and I think I can do it.
Viv
You are most welcome and your plants were gorgeous by the way.
Another thought....
If you still have some nice fresh leaves, you could try rooting them just the same as you would an african violet. In time should produce some new plantlets. If the leaves are large as I suspect they are, you can cut them back from the top to reduce the size. Might make it easier to handle that way.
If you need any further help, feel free to ask.
Snow
Thanks Snow, I just might do that... I would like to have more ;)
Viv
I have a question....do these sport as AV's do?
I just bought 2 this past month jsut the same as Snow's and would like more too ;)
Thanks for the info !!
Dawna
Hi Dawna,
Not that I am aware of but I have been known to be wrong before...LOL!
Joanne
Ccino42.....All plants can mutate (sport) in one way or another. That is one way many new varieties come about. Your sinningia (gloxinia) is beautiful. Just love it!
Thanks you!
Is it too late in the year to try to start a new one?
Dawna
Dawna,
Not too late. Since you are growing indoors, can be started anytime. Good luck! Let us know how you do.
Well then I better get started!
Thanks for the info.
Dawna
