{"product_id":"bush-allamanda-10-grow-bag","title":"Bush Allamanda - 10\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eBush Allamanda (Allamanda schottii) is a compact, woody evergreen shrub native to tropical South America and widely grown across India for its showy, golden-yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers. Unlike the climbing golden trumpet, this species stays bushy and mounded, making it ideal for hedges, borders, and large pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt blooms generously through the warm months and, in frost-free parts of India, can flower nearly all year. The glossy whorled leaves and cheerful flowers make it a popular low-maintenance choice for sunny gardens, terraces, and balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike all Allamandas, every part of the plant contains a milky sap that is toxic if ingested and can irritate skin, so it should be sited away from young children and pets.\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\u003eApocynaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical South America (Brazil)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1.5 m (can reach 2 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-1.5 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, glossy lance-shaped leaves in whorls of 3-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright golden-yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring through autumn; year-round in frost-free climates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical (USDA 10-11)\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\u003eFull sun for best flowering; tolerates light afternoon shade but blooms less.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil evenly moist in summer; water when the top 2-3 cm dries. Reduce in winter; avoid waterlogging.\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; slightly acidic to neutral pH.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 20-35 C; protect below 10 C as it is frost-sensitive.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity; suits most Indian plains and coastal areas.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed monthly in the growing season with a balanced or bloom-boosting (high-potassium) fertilizer.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune lightly after main flush to keep it bushy; hard-prune in late winter to shape and encourage blooms.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot every 2-3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh potting mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrom softwood or semi-hardwood stem cuttings in spring\/summer; root in moist medium with warmth.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for aphids, mealybugs, whiteflies and spider mites; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic if ingested (whole plant); milky sap can irritate skin and eyes. Keep away from children and pets.\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;Bush Allamanda is a versatile ornamental across Indian gardens:\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Flowering hedge, border, or foundation planting in sunny gardens\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Container and large-pot plant for terraces, balconies, and entrances\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Mass planting for a long-lasting splash of yellow colour\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Low-maintenance landscaping for resorts, parks, and commercial frontages\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Plant in spring once the weather warms for the strongest establishment before the monsoon.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Give it the sunniest spot you have, at least 5-6 hours of direct sun, for maximum flowering.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;During the monsoon, ensure pots and beds drain freely to prevent root rot.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Feed every 3-4 weeks from spring to early autumn for continuous blooms.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;In North India, shift potted plants to a sheltered, sunny spot during cold December-January nights.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Pinch growing tips on young plants to encourage a dense, bushy shape.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Bush Allamanda flower all year in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn frost-free regions like South and coastal India it can bloom almost year-round, peaking from spring through autumn. In North India flowering slows in cold winter months and resumes as temperatures rise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Bush Allamanda safe around children and pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested and the milky sap can irritate skin and eyes. Plant it away from play areas and wash your hands after pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Allamanda not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe most common cause is too little sunlight. Move it to a spot with 5-6 hours of direct sun, avoid excess nitrogen fertilizer, and feed with a high-potassium bloom feed to boost flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51047927972086,"sku":"PLT-BUSHALLAMAND-B10-NA","price":40.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/BD1mt9o601whiikbW1dSLir4vQY8bWcUdVXq9Xa6.jpg?v=1782710960","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/bush-allamanda-10-grow-bag","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}