{"product_id":"scilla-violacea","title":"Scilla Violacea","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"\"\u003eExotic and spotted 'Scilla violacea' (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003eLedebouria socialis\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eGet ready to bring absolute botanical avant-garde,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e African wild patterns, and one of the most unusual bulbous succulents in the world of houseplants into your home – the stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"175\" class=\"\"\u003e'Scilla violacea'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (also known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"208\"\u003eLedebouria socialis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This masterpiece of nature is a real find for admirers of fine textures,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e striking contrasts, and compact plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The plant’s greatest pride,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e its magnet and unmistakable trademark, is its breathtaking foliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from teardrop-shaped bulbs sitting above the soil grow fleshy leaves,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e silver-green on top with distinctive,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e dark leopard spots,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but underneath intensely,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e bright purple!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As the photo of a mature plant shows,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with proper care this wonder will also reward you with extraordinarily delicate,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e bell-shaped flower clusters,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e swaying gracefully on slender flower stalks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the most intriguing,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e aesthetic, and surprising \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"951\"\u003egift\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for rare-plant collectors and anyone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e looking for a visually striking,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e yet extremely \"lazy\" natural wonder for a small space!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCARE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An overwhelming amount of bright light and preferably a little direct morning or evening sun!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"93\"\u003eThis is the secret behind this plant’s leopard pattern and purple color:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it critically needs good light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If you place it deep inside the room,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the leaves will lose their variegation,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e turn dull green, and become leggy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A bright east- or west-facing windowsill will be absolutely ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Extremely rare,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cautious, and with surgical precision!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Although technically a bulb plant,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it behaves and should be cared for just like a succulent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"152\"\u003eWater the plant generously, but ONLY when the soil is completely, 100% dry!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"231\"\u003eabsolutely cannot tolerate its roots sitting in standing water\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the tray – excess moisture will quickly rot the above-ground bulbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A heat lover!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It thrives in warm room temperatures (+20°C to +28°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This plant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"102\"\u003eabsolutely hates misting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - dry indoor air is absolutely perfect for it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eKeep away from pets and children:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This plant (especially its bulbs) is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003ehighly toxic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chewing or swallowing it can cause severe digestive problems in dogs and cats,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so keep it out of their reach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏠 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eBEST ROOM:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSunlit windowsills, bright desks right by a window, and succulent shelves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where this exquisite patterned wonder will get the light it needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModern, \"boho\" or eclectic interiors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where unusual natural forms and violet accents serve as a complete,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e contrasting design element.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10–15 cm (compact and ready to produce new side bulbs).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first picture shows an example of a mature plant with flowers; you will receive a plant in the size shown in the second and third pictures. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eA note and a dose of reality about \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003eScilla violacea\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plants are living organisms,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when growing this leopard-patterned wonder,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it is absolutely essential to know one botanical planting rule!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unlike tulips or hippeastrums,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"221\"\u003ethis plant's bulbs MUST NOT be completely buried in the soil!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In nature and in a pot, they grow practically sitting on the soil surface (only the roots and the very base of the bulb are in the soil).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If you bury it underground when repotting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it is guaranteed to rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Secondly,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this plant naturally reproduces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by regularly producing little \"babies\" next to the mother bulb - over time, your pot will be densely filled with a beautiful,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e variegated family of little bulbs!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When you repot it in the future,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e be SURE to use an extremely coarse,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mineral-rich and exceptionally fast-drying cactus substrate (ideally,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mixed with pumice,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e perlite or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"786\"\u003eLechuza Cactuspon\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Augi-Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55931178713417,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/0252\/1918\/files\/IMG_4720.jpg?v=1794557017","url":"https:\/\/www.augi-plants.lv\/en\/products\/scilla-violacea","provider":"www.augi-plants.lv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}