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Aptenia
Original price was: ₹399.00.₹199.00Current price is: ₹199.00.
Aptenia cordifolia, a type of ice plant also known as the baby sun rose, is a durable summer bloomer native to South Africa.
Things to Note
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 9 inch (23 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 5 inch (13 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by -10%
| Common Name | Ice plant, baby sun rose. |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 60 centimeters. |
| Flower Colour | Reddish-purple. |
| Bloom Time | Spring and summer. |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow. |
Planting And Care
Sunlight
- At least five to six hours of sunlight a day is ideal for flowering and plant grow well in direct bright light .
Soil
- The soil should be well drained and rich in organic content for growing Hibiscus plant.
Watering
- Water the plant when the top soil (1-2 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
- Do not overwater the plant.
- Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Application of Fertilizer
- During the main growing season (August-December) feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.
- Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
Plant Protection
- Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
- For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.
Donts
- Do not overwater the plant.
- Avoid applying water on flowers and leaves it may cause fungus infection.
Aptenia Care
| Sunlight | Full Sunlight. |
| Watering | Moderately. |
| Soil | Well draining and nutrient rich soil. |
| Temperature | 22 to 35 degrees Celcius. |
| Fertilizer | Use a regular liquid or granular fertilizer two to three times during the growing season. |
Aptenia Special Feature
Aptenia flowers are solitary or grow in small, whorled clusters, usually in the leaf axils along the stem.
Aptenia Uses
Ornamental Use:
- Aptenia cordifolia is often planted in pots or as a ground cover
It contains
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aptenia, Heartleaf Ice – Succulent Plant |
| 2 | 5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
Out of stock
(MRP Inclusive of all taxes)
- Shipping Rs. 149 for entire order.
- Plants will be shipping with pots.
- Dispatch will be done within 3 to 5 days.
- Delivery will be done within 2 to 4 days.
- Country of origin: India.
- Images may varies with the plant due to climate ,shipping, etc.
How to Care :
- Make sure your plants are getting enough water and sunlight.
- Recommended Soil Media: 40% Garden Soil 25% cocopeat 25% Organic manure/Vermicompost 5% charcoal chips 5% perlite.
- Fertilize your plants once a month.
- Avoid over-watering your plants.
- Cut off any dead or diseased Leaves.
- Make Sure Pots Have Drainage Holes.
- Don’t Repot Immediately after received wait for at least 2-3 Days.
| 2 Shoots | |
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| 3 Shoots | |
| Delivery | |
| Single Nood | |
| Single Shoot |
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