The Streptocarpella Concord Blue African Violet, 'Streptocarpella; a Proven Selections plant, is a shade loving member of the African Violet family. The lovely blue blooms hover over the felted leaves. Streptocarpella is a small, tender basket plant from southern Africa that quickly grows to eight inches tall with a spread of 12 inches across. Streptocarpella should be grown in a well drained, organic potting mix in either a hanging basket, window box, or decorative container. Concord Blues are absolutely great for baskets and pots.For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial.