{"product_id":"balsam-seeds-3","title":"Balsam Tom Thumb Mixed Color - Flower Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBalsam Tom Thumb Mixed Color - Flower Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalsaminaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth and Southeast Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-70 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade to filtered sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular; keep soil evenly moist, never waterlogged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, well-drained loamy soil with organic matter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced liquid feed every 2-3 weeks during flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Grown purely as an \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;ornamental\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; for vibrant summer and monsoon colour in pots, beds and borders. The ripe seed pods burst open at a touch, making balsam a fun plant for children\u0026amp;#039;s gardens.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Sow seeds \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;5 mm deep\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; directly in pots or trays in well-drained soil. Space seedlings about \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;20-25 cm apart\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;. Germination takes \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;7-14 days\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; at 20-25°C. Transplant when seedlings have 3-4 true leaves. Pinch growing tips early for bushier plants. Flowering begins in about \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;60-70 days\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; from sowing and continues for weeks.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I sow balsam seeds in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow from February to June for summer and monsoon flowering. In most regions balsam can be sown right through the warm and rainy months, as it loves heat and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan balsam be grown in pots on a balcony?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Balsam grows beautifully in 6-8 inch pots and tolerates partial shade, making it perfect for balconies and railings. Keep the soil moist and feed every few weeks for continuous blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51049674014966,"sku":"SED-FLW-BALSAM-004","price":74.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-seeds-balsam-tom-thumb-mixed-color-flower-seeds-16969051472012.jpg?v=1782712307","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/balsam-seeds-3","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}