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Sinningia
Sinningia, the genus most gardeners know as gloxinia. We track 8 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 7 most-saved Sinningia varieties
Browse all 8 Sinningia varieties →
2 species of Sinningia
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
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How to grow Sinningia
Whats common across all Sinningia varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 8 most-grown of them.
The Sinningia year
- FertilizeMay–August88% of varieties
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 6-8 weeks during active growth
- Lift & StoreSeptember and October88% of varieties
Lift tubers after the first hard frost and store in a cool, dry location
- PlantMarch–May75% of varieties
Plant tubers outdoors after the danger of last frost has passed
- DeadheadMay–August75% of varieties
Remove spent flowers to keep the plant tidy and encourage continued blooming
Do
- Provide bright, indirect sunlight
- Fertilize monthly during growing season
- Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
- Provide bright indirect light
- Water moderately during active growth 🌱
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t expose to direct harsh sunlight
- Don’t expose to full, direct sunlight in hot climates
- Refrain from using heavy, clay soils that retain water
What goes wrong with Sinningia
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves. | Use insecticidal soap or neem oil. |
| Mealybugs | White cottony masses on stems. | Apply horticultural oil or insecticidal soap. |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing on leaves | Use neem oil spray |
| Cyclamen mite | New growth distorted, stunted and greyish, with buds failing to open | Very hard to treat; discard badly affected plants rather than risk spreading it to others |
| Root rot | Wilting and blackened roots. | Improve drainage and reduce watering. |
| Crown rot | The centre of the rosette blackens and collapses, after water has sat on the crown | Water into the compost only; there is no cure once the crown has rotted |
| Root Rot | Wilting and brown, mushy roots | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
Making more Sinningia
Cuttings
- Take healthy stem cuttings in late spring.
- Remove lower leaves and dip in rooting hormone.
- Plant in moist, well-draining soil.
- Keep in bright, indirect light.
- Maintain soil moisture for 6 weeks until roots develop.
Seed sowing
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in early spring.
- Maintain consistent moisture for 6 weeks until germination.
Sinningia questions
How many types of Sinningia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 8 distinct Sinningia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 11 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Sinningia grow in?
Across its varieties, Sinningia covers USDA Zones 8–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Sinningia bloom?
Most Sinningia varieties bloom in summer to fall, late spring to summer, mid-summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Sinningia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.