Gloxinia - Kaiser Friedrich
Best choice for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance seasonal container blooms.
Experience the captivating beauty of the Gloxinia 'Kaiser Friedrich,' a stunning variety known for its velvety, rich red trumpet-shaped blooms edged with a bright white border. This plant offers a vigorous and lovely growth habit, making it a perennial favorite for home gardeners. Ideal for planting in garden beds, containers, or patio pots, it thrives with protection from direct sun. Expect abundant, beautiful blossoms from late spring through the summer months, adding vibrant color to your space.
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Price vs Category Average
-45%
Below average
Planting Depth
0.51
/ - inch
Who it's for
- Decorators seeking dramatic focal points for their home interiors
- Apartment dwellers looking for vibrant, light-loving indoor greenery
- Gardeners desiring long-lasting, velvety summer floral displays
Who should skip it
- Novice plant owners struggling with precise watering and humidity needs
- Casual hobbyists who prefer year-round foliage without dormancy cycles
- Busy caretakers wanting low-maintenance plants that tolerate overhead watering
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Velvety red blooms with crisp white edges create a striking display.
Cultivation Ease
Straightforward planting requirements make this accessible for novice home gardeners.
Bloom Longevity
Consistent flowering from late spring through summer ensures lasting seasonal color.
Container Versatility
Compact growth habit makes it perfectly suited for pots and planters.
Environmental Flexibility
Thrives in partial shade or indoors, though limited to warmer zones.
Growth Vigor
Robust development ensures a healthy, full plant throughout the growing season.
Key Specs
Planting Depth
0.5 - 1 inch
Spacing
6 - 8 inches
Mature Height
6 - 8 inches
Mature Spread
6 - 8 inches
Sunlight
Partial Shade/Bright Indirect Indoors
Hardiness Zones
9-11 or indoors
SKU
16071-01
Includes
1 Gloxinia Bulb
Features
- Velvety red trumpet blooms with white edges
- Striking coloration for visual appeal
- Easy to grow and cultivate
- Blooms profusely from late spring to summer
- Perfect for containers and garden beds
- Vigorous and lovely growing habit
- Ideal for houseplants or outdoor containers
- Container friendly
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the quality and spectacular results from the Gloxinia Kaiser Friedrich tubers. Reviewers consistently praise the robust size and health of the tubers upon arrival, noting they were firm and ready for planting. The primary draw is the dramatic, velvety red and white bi-color blooms, which frequently meet or exceed expectations, creating a vibrant display. While experienced growers found this variety vigorous and reliable, some new users noted a learning curve regarding specific humidity and temperature needs. The consensus is that attentive care yields magnificent flowers, offering exceptional reward. This variety is highly recommended for those prepared to meet its specific cultivation requirements, solidifying its reputation as a premium houseplant choice.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is well-suited for indoor growth. Place it in a spot with bright, indirect light and ensure it is protected from harsh, direct sun to keep the foliage and blooms healthy.
Plant your Gloxinia bulb at a shallow depth of 0.5 to 1 inch. Planting too deep can hinder the bulb's ability to sprout effectively.
These plants thrive in partial shade. If you are planting them outdoors, choose a location that provides protection from the intense afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.
When planting in garden beds or containers, space your bulbs 6 to 8 inches apart. This allows enough room for the plant to reach its mature spread of 6 to 8 inches without overcrowding.
The Kaiser Friedrich Gloxinia is hardy in USDA zones 9 through 11. If you live in a colder climate, you can still enjoy this plant by growing it in a container and bringing it indoors during the winter months.
You can expect a profusion of blooms from late spring through the summer months. Consistent care and proper light exposure will help ensure a vibrant display throughout the season.
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