{"product_id":"helxine-soleirolii-3-pot","title":"Helxine soleirolii - 3\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoleirolia soleirolii, popularly sold as Baby's Tears or Mind-Your-Own-Business, is a low, mat-forming perennial in the nettle family. Its threadlike stems are studded with thousands of tiny, bright-green rounded leaves that knit together into a soft, moss-like cushion just 5-10 cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Indian conditions it thrives best in bright shade and high humidity, making it a favourite filler for terrariums, fairy gardens, hanging baskets and the bare soil under larger potted plants. It also forms a charming green carpet in cool, moist gardens in hill stations and during the monsoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow but thirsty, it spreads quickly and is simple to propagate from small divisions, letting you fill containers or shaded beds in a single season.\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\u003eUrticaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Mediterranean (Corsica, Sardinia, Italy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-10 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-90 cm or more, spreading indefinitely\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen; tiny rounded bright-green leaves on creeping stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTiny, insignificant creamy-white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely flowers indoors; spring-summer if at all\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool to mild; best in bright shade with high humidity\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 indirect light to partial shade; avoid harsh direct sun which scorches the delicate leaves.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged; water when the surface just begins to dry. Wilts fast if it dries out.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, rich, well-draining potting mix with good moisture retention; add peat or coco-peat and compost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers 15-25 C; struggles above 30 C and in dry heat. Protect from frost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh humidity (60%+); ideal for terrariums. Mist regularly or use a pebble tray in dry Indian summers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed a balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength once a month during active growth.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrim or shear back regularly to keep the cushion dense and within bounds; pinch stray runners.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot or divide every 1-2 years in spring when the mat becomes crowded or pot-bound.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy from division; lift small clumps with roots and replant, or press stem pieces onto moist soil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally trouble-free; watch for aphids, whitefly and fungus gnats in soggy soil. Avoid overwatering to prevent rot.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsidered non-toxic to humans, cats and dogs.\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;Soleirolia soleirolii is grown almost entirely for its lush ornamental foliage:\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Living green carpet for terrariums, bottle gardens and fairy gardens\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Soft groundcover or filler under larger potted plants and bonsai\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Trailing accent in hanging baskets and tabletop pots\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Moist, shaded edging and rockery cover in cool gardens and hill stations\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In most Indian plains, grow it indoors or on shaded balconies where it escapes direct afternoon sun and dry heat.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The monsoon and the cool months (roughly October to February) are its happiest season, with naturally high humidity and mild temperatures. During the hot, dry pre-monsoon months, move pots to the coolest, most humid spot, mist often or keep them in a covered terrarium, and never let the soil dry out. In hill stations it can be grown outdoors as a ground carpet year-round.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow Baby's Tears indoors in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It does very well indoors near a bright window with indirect light, or in a closed terrarium. Indoors it is easier to give it the cool, humid, shaded conditions it prefers and to keep it away from harsh direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my Baby's Tears turning brown or crispy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is almost always from low humidity, direct sun, or the soil drying out. Move it to bright shade, mist regularly or use a pebble tray, and keep the soil evenly moist. Trim away the dead patches and it will quickly fill back in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Soleirolia soleirolii safe around pets and children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is generally regarded as non-toxic to cats, dogs and humans, making it a safe choice for homes with curious pets or children. As with any plant, discourage deliberate eating of the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256140759286,"sku":"PLT-HELXINESOLEI-P03-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-helxine-soleirolii-baby-tears-plant.jpg?v=1783921840","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/helxine-soleirolii-3-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}