{"product_id":"plumbago-auriculata-neelakoduveli","title":"Plumbago Auriculata, Neelakoduveli, Cape Plumbago","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(81, 112, 93);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelling Size : Single Plant | Pot Included | Secure Packing \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"first-token\"\u003eThe \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eCape Plumbago\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci class=\"\"\u003ePlumbago auriculata\u003c\/i\u003e) is a gorgeous, sprawling shrub known for its lovely clusters of blue (or sometimes white\/pink) flowers. It’s relatively easy to care for, especially in warmer climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHere’s a breakdown of its care requirements for Plumbago Auriculata :\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"\"\u003eEssential Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eFull Sun to Partial Shade:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci class=\"\"\u003ePlumbago\u003c\/i\u003e thrives in \u003cb class=\"\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/b\u003e (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight) as this encourages the most prolific flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt will tolerate \u003cb class=\"\"\u003epartial shade\u003c\/b\u003e but may have fewer blooms and can become more “leggy.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eWell-Drained Soil:\u003c\/b\u003e This is crucial. It tolerates most soil types (sandy, loamy, or clay) as long as it \u003cb class=\"\"\u003edrains well\u003c\/b\u003e. Poor drainage can lead to root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb class=\"\"\u003epH:\u003c\/b\u003e It prefers a soil that is \u003cb class=\"\"\u003eslightly acidic to neutral\u003c\/b\u003e (around 6.1 to 7.3). Alkaline soil (high pH) can cause yellowing leaves (chlorosis).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eDrought Tolerant, but Prefers Regular Moisture:\u003c\/b\u003e Once established, \u003ci class=\"\"\u003ePlumbago\u003c\/i\u003e is quite \u003cb class=\"\"\u003edrought-tolerant\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the best blooming, water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but \u003cb class=\"\"\u003enever soggy\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce watering frequency during the cooler, dormant winter months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\"\u003eTemperature and Climate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/b\u003e It is typically grown as a perennial shrub in USDA Hardiness Zones \u003cb\u003e9-11\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFrost Tender:\u003c\/b\u003e It is sensitive to frost. Temperatures below \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e5\u003cspan class=\"msupsub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-t\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sizing reset-size6 size3 mtight\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mbin mtight\"\u003e∘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord text\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003eF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e can cause dieback, but it often recovers quickly in the spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCooler Climates (Zones 8 and below):\u003c\/b\u003e You can grow it as an \u003cb\u003eannual\u003c\/b\u003e or in a \u003cb\u003econtainer\u003c\/b\u003e to bring indoors for the winter. If kept indoors, place it in a bright, sunny room and water sparingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePruning and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePruning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRegular Pruning is Key:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003ePlumbago\u003c\/i\u003e is a fast-growing, sprawling plant that benefits greatly from regular pruning to maintain a pleasing shape, control its size, and encourage new blooms (flowers form on new growth).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhen to Prune:\u003c\/b\u003e The best time for major pruning is in \u003cb\u003elate winter or early spring\u003c\/b\u003e before new growth begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTraining:\u003c\/b\u003e Its thin, arching branches can be trained to climb a trellis like a vine with a little help, or you can allow it to spill over walls and banks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeadheading:\u003c\/b\u003e Remove spent flower clusters regularly to promote continuous blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLight Feeder:\u003c\/b\u003e It doesn’t require heavy feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a \u003cb\u003ebalanced slow-release fertilizer\u003c\/b\u003e (like 10-10-10) once or twice a year, typically in \u003cb\u003eearly spring\u003c\/b\u003e and possibly again in \u003cb\u003eautumn\u003c\/b\u003e, during the active growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePest and Problems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ePlumbago\u003c\/i\u003e is generally quite resistant to serious pests and diseases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatch for occasional pests like whiteflies, spider mites, or mealy bugs, especially on indoor container plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eContact Dermatitis:\u003c\/b\u003e Be aware that the plant can sometimes cause contact dermatitis, so it’s a good idea to \u003cb\u003ewear gloves\u003c\/b\u003e when handling and pruning it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DHARA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50749538599111,"sku":null,"price":349.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/6176\/5575\/files\/61KIk31FuSL._UF10001000_QL80_-ezgif.com-resize.webp?v=1790419068","url":"https:\/\/www.dharaearth.store\/products\/plumbago-auriculata-neelakoduveli","provider":"DHARA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}