{"product_id":"streptocarpus-merlin","title":"Streptocarpus ‘Merlin’","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStreptocarpus ‘Merlin’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, also known as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Cape Primrose”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, is a compact perennial plant, valued for its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003elarge and striking flowers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. This variety is ideal as a houseplant or for decorating shaded terraces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🔹 Botanical features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eForm:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e A compact perennial plant with small, velvety, slightly wrinkled leaves of deep green color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Large, of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003edeep magenta\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e color, with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eyellow highlights in the center of the corolla\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, appearing on short, upright stems. Blooming is abundant and long-lasting, from spring to autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e🔹 Recommended growing conditions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Prefers \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebright indirect light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, protected from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Light, well-drained, rich in humus – ideally a mix for houseplants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Regular, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Excess water should be avoided to prevent root rot.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Prefers a warm and stable environment, protected from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes. Exposure to cold or very low temperatures, especially in the cold season, is not recommended. It thrives best indoors, in a sheltered and thermally constant space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Appreciates a moderately humid environment. Light misting can be done during dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Every two weeks during the growing season, with a liquid fertilizer rich in potassium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e Is easily done by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eleaf cuttings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e or by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003edividing the clump\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e It is recommended to remove wilted flowers and old leaves to encourage continuous blooming and keep the plant compact.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStreptocarpus ‘Merlin’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an excellent choice for lovers of decorative flowering plants, bringing color and elegance to any indoor space. With minimal care, it rewards with spectacular and long-lasting blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight including pot 15 cm\u003cbr\u003ePot diameter 12 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe leaves of this plant are fragile, may show defects, and can be easily damaged during transport and handling. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe price applies to a plant with or without flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Floraria Secret Garden (SG)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41736631943366,"sku":"","price":202.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/8F47917E-3F84-4758-90B3-EBD8BE1EEA75.jpg?v=1712225246","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-se\/products\/streptocarpus-merlin","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}