{"product_id":"golden-shrimp-plant-6-pot-yel","title":"Golden Shrimp Plant Yellow - 6\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003ePachystachys lutea, the Golden Shrimp Plant or Lollipop Plant, is an eye-catching evergreen shrub grown for its upright, cone-shaped spikes of glowing golden-yellow bracts, from which slender white flowers emerge. Native to Central and South America, it forms a neat, bushy plant that blooms generously through the warm months and draws butterflies and sunbirds. With deep green textured leaves setting off the vivid flower heads, it is a striking choice for borders, beds and containers in India's warm, frost-free gardens and bright balconies.\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\u003eCentral and South America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6-1.2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5-0.9 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\u003eDeep green, veined ovate leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolden-yellow bracts, white flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm months, long blooming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to 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 light; full sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep evenly moist; do not let it dry out fully\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, fertile, well-draining loamy soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-32 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 feed every 2-4 weeks in 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 compact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years in spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy from softwood cuttings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpider mites, whitefly, aphids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsidered 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\u003eA bold ornamental for borders, beds, foundation plantings and large containers, and a reliable nectar source for butterflies and sunbirds in pollinator gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India it performs best in bright light with steady moisture and regular feeding; prune lightly after each bloom flush and shelter it from drying winds and harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water the Golden Shrimp Plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist, watering whenever the top starts to dry. It wilts quickly if it dries out fully, but avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt blooms best in bright light, from full morning sun to partial shade; protect it from harsh afternoon sun in very hot regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets and children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePachystachys lutea is generally regarded as non-toxic and safe around pets and children, though eating plants is best discouraged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep it compact?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrune and pinch after each flowering flush to prevent legginess and encourage a dense, well-branched, free-flowering shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake softwood stem cuttings in the warm season and root them in moist mix or water; they establish quickly in warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves drooping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrooping usually means the plant is too dry, as it is sensitive to underwatering. Water promptly and it normally recovers within hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long do the flowers last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe golden bracts hold colour for weeks even after the small white flowers fall, giving a very long-lasting display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, in a very bright spot, but it flowers most freely outdoors or on a sunny balcony with strong light and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Golden Shrimp Plant toxic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is not considered toxic to humans or animals, making it a family- and pet-friendly flowering shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed a balanced liquid fertilizer every two to four weeks during the growing season to support its long blooming period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256134271222,"sku":"PLT-GOLDENSHRIMP-P06-YEL","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/lwQXdmxu1mNOtCqcf3MJ40dhzRrdnd9Jp9otFwyT.jpg?v=1783921712","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/golden-shrimp-plant-6-pot-yel","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}