{"product_id":"firecracker-flower-6-bag","title":"Firecracker Flower - 6\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirecracker Flower (Crossandra infundibuliformis), known as Aboli or Kanakambaram, is a compact evergreen shrub grown for its showy fan-shaped flowers in brilliant orange, apricot and salmon shades. Native to southern India and Sri Lanka, it blooms profusely through the warm months and is hugely popular for temple offerings, hair garlands and bouquets, especially across South India. Its glossy dark-green leaves form a neat bush ideal for borders, balcony pots and partial-shade beds. Loving warmth and humidity, it flowers best with steady moisture and bright, filtered light, making it a rewarding and culturally cherished plant for 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\u003eSouthern India and Sri Lanka\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3-1 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3-0.6 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, glossy dark-green leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange, apricot, salmon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm and humid months\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\u003eBright filtered light to partial shade.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular; keep soil consistently moist.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, well-drained loam with organic matter.\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; frost-tender.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers high humidity.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced feed every 2-3 weeks in season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch and deadhead to keep bushy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot yearly or when root-bound.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCuttings and seed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for spider mites, aphids and mealybugs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic; commonly used in garlands.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidely grown for temple offerings, hair garlands and bouquets, and as a colourful border or container shrub in shaded and semi-shaded gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow in bright, filtered light with rich, moist soil and high humidity for continuous blooms in warm Indian conditions. Pinch tips and deadhead regularly to keep the plant bushy and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Crossandra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist, watering when the surface starts to dry. It dislikes drying out fully but also will not tolerate waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sunlight does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers bright, filtered light or partial shade. Harsh midday sun can scorch it, while too much shade reduces flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Firecracker Flower safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is non-toxic and is even used in hair garlands and worship, making it safe around pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot yearly or when root-bound, in spring, using rich, well-drained potting soil and a slightly larger container.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePropagate from stem cuttings in the warm season or from seed. Keep cuttings warm, humid and shaded until roots develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my Aboli not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow humidity, insufficient light or lack of feeding reduce blooms. Provide bright filtered light, steady moisture, humidity and regular fertiliser.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it bloom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt flowers through the warm and humid months, blooming almost continuously in tropical Indian climates with good care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Its compact size makes it excellent for balcony pots and shaded container gardens, where it stays neat and floriferous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are leaves curling or dropping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis often signals low humidity, dry soil or spider mites. Raise humidity, keep soil moist and check the undersides of leaves for pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertiliser should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed a balanced flowering fertiliser every two to three weeks in the growing season to sustain its long flush of orange blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256122015990,"sku":"PLT-FIRECRACKERF-B06-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/opifhTfemo5sOl7of6r8h84a5zDNHIIz0BoK3TyQ.png?v=1783921533","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/firecracker-flower-6-bag","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}