{"product_id":"eranthemum-red-copy-5-pot","title":"Eranthemum Nigrum, Black Kodia - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eEranthemum (Eranthemum pulchellum), commonly called Blue Sage, is an attractive evergreen shrub grown for its showy spikes of vivid blue flowers set against deeply veined, dark-green leaves. Blooming mainly in the cooler winter months, it brings rare true-blue colour to shaded borders and understorey plantings. Compact and bushy, it suits mass plantings, woodland gardens and container displays in partial shade. Native to tropical Asia, it appreciates warmth, humidity and protection from harsh afternoon sun. Easy to grow and quick to recover after trimming, Eranthemum is a reliable choice for adding cool colour to shady Indian gardens.\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\u003eAcanthaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical Asia (India)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6-1.5 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6-1 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, deeply veined dark-green leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical\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 light\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFertile, well-drained, humus-rich soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-32°C; protect from frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced NPK monthly in growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune after flowering to keep bushy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot containers every 1-2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftwood stem cuttings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, aphids and spider mites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally non-toxic\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;Ideal for shaded borders, mass plantings, understorey beds and containers where rare blue winter colour is desired. Also used in butterfly and woodland gardens.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In Indian gardens plant in dappled shade and keep soil moist; protect from harsh afternoon sun and prune after the winter bloom to maintain a compact, floriferous shrub.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Eranthemum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially in summer; do not let it dry out or become waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sunlight does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers partial shade or filtered light; harsh direct sun, especially afternoon sun, can scorch its leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Eranthemum safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is generally regarded as non-toxic, but as with any ornamental plant, discourage pets from chewing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need repotting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn containers, repot every 1-2 years into fresh humus-rich soil and a slightly larger pot for healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt roots readily from softwood stem cuttings taken during the warm growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves wilting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWilting usually indicates dry soil or too much hot sun. Move to shade and keep the soil consistently moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it bloom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt flowers mainly in winter, producing showy spikes of bright blue blooms that brighten shady spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be grown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can grow indoors in bright, indirect light, though it flowers best outdoors in dappled shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the plant toxic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is not considered toxic, but it is ornamental and not meant for consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced NPK fertilizer monthly during active growth to encourage lush foliage and good flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256118771958,"sku":"PLT-ERANTHEMUMRE-P05-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/HrZcIciZY40sM6nTVTY4AlUELccanqmFb4nhOkpF.jpg?v=1783921427","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/eranthemum-red-copy-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}