{"product_id":"turtle-vine-7-hanging-basket","title":"Turtle vine - 7\" Hanging basket","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurtle vine (\u003cem\u003eCallisia repens\u003c\/em\u003e) is a compact, creeping perennial from the spiderwort family, prized for its dense mats of small, rounded, glossy green leaves that often flush purple underneath in good light. Its trailing stems root readily at the nodes, making it a popular spiller for hanging baskets, pots and terrariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Indian homes and gardens it thrives in bright, indirect light and warm conditions, growing quickly to form a lush living carpet. It is easy to propagate and forgiving, which makes it an excellent choice for beginners and for filling out mixed planters.\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\u003eCommelinaceae\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 (Mexico to Argentina, West Indies)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-10 cm tall (trailing stems to 30-60 cm long)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpreading; stems trail or sprawl 30-60 cm\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 glossy green leaves, often purple-tinged beneath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite, very small and inconspicuous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOccasional in warm months; grown mainly for foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical; suits most warm Indian regions, protect from frost\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 indoors; partial shade outdoors. Avoid harsh midday sun which scorches leaves.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep lightly moist in growing season; water when the top 2-3 cm of soil dries. Reduce in winter; avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, well-draining potting mix; add coco peat\/perlite or coarse sand to improve drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal 18-30 C. Sensitive to cold; protect below 10 C and from frost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity; tolerates average indoor humidity in most Indian climates.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed monthly in spring and monsoon with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength; pause in winter.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch and trim regularly to keep it bushy and control spread; trailing tips root easily for new plants.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot or refresh soil every 1-2 years, or when roots fill the pot; divide crowded clumps.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy from stem cuttings or division; nodes root quickly in moist soil or water.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for aphids, mealybugs and spider mites, especially in dry indoor air; rinse and treat with neem oil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSap can cause skin irritation in some people and pets; generally considered low toxicity but 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;Spiller plant for hanging baskets and tall pots on balconies and terraces\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Fast groundcover for shaded beds and under larger potted plants\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lush filler for terrariums, dish gardens and indoor table planters\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Easy beginner houseplant for bright indoor corners\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In Indian summers, keep Turtle vine out of direct afternoon sun and water more frequently as pots dry quickly in the heat. During the monsoon, ensure pots drain freely to prevent root rot from constant wet soil.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;It grows fastest in the warm, humid months, so do most pruning and propagation then. In cooler northern winters, move plants indoors to a bright spot and cut back on watering.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Turtle vine an indoor or outdoor plant in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth. It grows well indoors in bright indirect light and outdoors in partial shade. Just protect it from harsh midday sun and from cold below 10 C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Callisia repens?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is very easy. Snip a few stem cuttings with nodes and press them into moist potting mix or place in water; they root within a couple of weeks during warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my Turtle vine leaves losing their purple tint and getting leggy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis usually means too little light. Move it to a brighter spot with indirect sun and pinch the stems regularly to encourage dense, colourful growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256398971126,"sku":"PLT-TURTLEVINE-H07-NA","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-turtle-vine-callisia-repens-plant.jpg?v=1783924299","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/turtle-vine-7-hanging-basket","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}