Variety notebook

Spathiphyllum Platinum Varieties

Oglesby has introduced Spathiphyllum ‘Platinum Dreams’ and ‘Platinum Mist’. Two beautiful new Spathiphyllum with unique platinum colored foliage that adds interest and value without flowers and even more interest and value with flowers. Platinum Dreams and Mist have that extra spark to standout in the green crowd. The optimum temperature range for Spathiphyllum is 68°F (20°C) nights and up to 90°F (32°C) days but will tolerate lows of 45°F (7°C) and highs of 95°F (35°C). They will not tolerate frost or short-term freezing temperatures without foliar damage.

For more: www.oglesbytc.com

Aloscia ‘Tiny Dancer’

This unique plant is great for gardens or pots. ‘Tiny Dancers’ stand only 12-14 inches tall and feature bright green stems and leaves that cup at the end. The plant should last for months on your patio. It’s best for USDA zone 10.

For more: AG3, www.ag3inc.com

Vriesea ‘Vision’

Vriesea ‘Vision’ is an easy growing plant, with a good branched and clear yellow inflorescence, which makes a good contrast with the red flower stalk. The plant is suitable for a 6-inch pot and is an important addition in the Vriesea assortment. It grows best in temperatures around 65° F.

For more:  www.bromelia.com

Tibouchina Hippie Dippie Tibbies ‘Peace Baby’

The ‘Peace Baby’ has stunning, large white flowers. The plant is suitable for warm and cool climates, most suitable for USDA zones 9-11. Peace Baby performs best in moist, well drained soils. Plant can grow to 24-36 inches in height and 18-24 inches width. Fertilize regularly for best flowering and protect from frost.

For more: www.foremostco.com

Homalomena ‘Sunshine Gem’

Homalomena ‘Sunshine Gem’ has photoperiodic foliage a unique characteristic that causes the plant’s new foliage to change color with the seasons. When the days are long and summer is in swing the foliage is a dark green. When the days become shorter, the foliage emerges with a fluorescent chartreuse color making for a spectacular show during the winter months.

For more: www.sunshinehorticulture.com

Colocasia ‘Electric Blue’ Gecko

A dwarf colocasia, ‘Electric Blue’ Gecko only reaches 2 to 3 inches and grows in a clump. Each leaf is extremely dark black to metallic blue or purple, depending on the lights’ reflection. The undersides of the leaves are a dark maroon color. Good for USDA zones 8-10. The ’Electric Blue’ Gecko can be used as a container plant, in a garden, or as a border.

For more: www.ag3inc.com

Calathea ‘Fusion White’

Calathea ‘Fusion White’ is a showy foliage plant with variegated marbled white/green color on the surface of the leaves and light purple color on the under leaves. Calathea ‘Fusion White’ overall shows a compact look even as a full grown plant. Calatheas love heat and humidity and should be shaded from direct sunlight. They can be grown outdoors or as container specimens. It is suitable for the following pot sizes: 4-, 5-, 6- or 8-inch pots.

For more: www.biostok.com

Insider info: Vriesea, as a genus, contains some of the largest bromeliad species.

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