Description: Iochroma edule 'Sweetheart' is a shrub in the Solanaceae family. Its native range is northwestern Peru in the Andes Mountains. They are found in forests and are hummingbird and bee-pollinated. Great for a patio or conservatory plant in cooler zones. It grows to around 4 feet tall and wide with grayish-green leaves. The flowers are tubular-shaped in clusters at the end. The fruits are heart-shaped, golden yellow that is edible and sweet. It prefers to grow in full sun to light shade with average water needs. I do not have much information on this rare species. Zones 9-11 Picture courtesy of Rarepalms Germination Sow seeds on top of the soil and lightly cover them. Keep moist in a bright spot. Do not cover with plastic and keep temperatures around 65-75F. Germination is in 7-60 days.
Price: 19.79 USD
Location: San Francisco, California
End Time: 2024-01-08T06:00:57.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Brand: Unbranded
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer
Type: Perennial
Life Cycle: Perennial
Watering: Medium
Common Name: Sweetheart
Genus: Iochroma
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor & Outdoor
Sunlight: Full Sun
Features: Flowering
Soil Type: Peat, Sand, Loam
