Sinningia 'Bananas Foster', Yellow Hardy Gloxinia conifer The large leaves become rich

The large leaves become rich red in fall before dying back

They fill an important bloom time between the late winter-early spring and the summer blooming perennials

Commonly called ‘willow-leaved sunflower’ for its striking narrow

making it an excellent companion plant for many Rhododendron species

Sinningia 'Bananas Foster', Yellow Hardy Gloxinia conifer The large leaves become richIntroduced by Plant Delights Nursery, from seed provided by John Farina, this tuberous perennial has thick leaves and is an excellent candidate for a rock garden. Pale yellow pendulous flowers dangle from stems of caramel brown, forming the contrast that gives this delicious variety its name, just like Bananas Foster, yum! Blooms late spring to fall. Garden photos taken on a trip to the JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh, NC. Mature size: 2 ft T x 2 ft W