{"product_id":"silver-squill-3-pot","title":"Silver Squill - 3\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilver Squill (Ledebouria socialis) is a small, clump-forming bulbous succulent native to South Africa. It grows from teardrop-shaped bulbs that sit partly above the soil, sending up lance-shaped leaves that are silvery-green on top with striking dark-green spots and deep purple undersides. Its unusual patterning makes it a favourite collector's houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India it thrives as an easy indoor or balcony plant, tolerating warmth and neglect well. It multiplies quickly by producing offset bulbs, forming attractive dense clumps over time. In spring it sends up slender stalks of tiny greenish, pink-tinged flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrought-tolerant and forgiving, it suits beginners and busy gardeners who want unusual foliage without fuss, but its bulbs are toxic if eaten, so keep it away from pets and small children.\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\u003eAsparagaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Africa (Eastern Cape)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-25 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-30 cm (spreads by offset bulbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilvery-green lance-shaped leaves with dark-green blotches and purple undersides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreenish with pink\/purple tinge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring to early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical\/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\u003eBright indirect light with some gentle morning sun; avoid harsh afternoon sun which scorches leaves.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow. Water only when the soil has dried out; reduce sharply in winter and during dormancy to avoid bulb rot.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGritty, fast-draining mix such as cactus\/succulent soil with added sand or perlite.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComfortable at 15-30 C. Protect from frost; keep above 7-10 C in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTolerates dry, average indoor humidity well; no misting needed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed a dilute balanced or cactus fertilizer once a month during the active growing season; none in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal. Simply remove dried or yellowed outer leaves and spent flower stalks.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2-3 years in spring; bulbs flower and offset best when slightly crowded in a shallow pot.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasily propagated by separating offset bulbs and potting them in dry, gritty mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for mealybugs and scale; root\/bulb rot is the main risk and comes from overwatering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic if ingested. Bulbs contain cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides); keep away from pets and children.\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;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Decorative indoor potted plant for windowsills, shelves and desks.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Balcony and patio container plant in bright, sheltered spots.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Collector\u0026amp;#039;s and dish-garden succulent thanks to its unusual leaf patterning.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Low-water plant for busy or beginner gardeners.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;During the warm Indian growing season (spring through monsoon), keep it in bright indirect light and water only after the soil dries; the bulbs store water and rot easily if kept soggy, especially in humid monsoon weather, so ensure the pot drains freely.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In winter, move it to a warm, bright spot, cut back watering drastically and stop feeding to let it rest. Divide crowded clumps and pot up offset bulbs in spring for new plants.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Silver Squill?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater sparingly, only when the soil has dried out — roughly every 7-10 days in summer and much less in winter. Its bulbs store water and rot quickly if the soil stays wet, so always let it dry between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Silver Squill safe for pets and children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The bulbs contain cardiac glycosides (bufadienolides) and are toxic if eaten, so keep the plant out of reach of pets and small children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Silver Squill?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is very easy to propagate. In spring, gently separate the small offset bulbs that form around the parent and pot them in dry, gritty succulent mix; they root and establish within a few weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51049500672246,"sku":"PLT-SILVERSQUILL-P03-NA","price":50.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-scilla-violacea-ledebouria-pauciflora-plant.jpg?v=1782712161","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/silver-squill-3-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}