Description
It makes quite a showy bush with lush leaves.
Sr | Item name |
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1 | Golden Shrimp, Lollypop plant - Plant |
2 | 6 inch (15 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
The showy, yellow, gold or orange flowers, which bloom during the summer, resemble the layered scales of a shrimp.
Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name | golden shrimp,Pachystachys lutea |
Maximum Reachable Height | 30 inches |
Flower Colour | Yellow |
Bloom Time | Summer |
Difficulty Level | Easy |
Planting and care
Golden shrimp plant requires only a moderate level of maintenance to keep it looking its best. Pinch the tips occasionally early in the season, as pinching the tips encourages bushier growth.
Golden Shrimp care
Although golden shrimp plant tolerates moist soil, it performs best when the surface of the soil is allowed to dry slightly between waterings. When watering, provide enough water to saturate the roots to a depth of about 6 inches.
Sunlight | Full sun to Partial sun |
Watering | Medium |
Soil | Loamy soil |
Temperature | 25 to 40 degrees C |
Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer |
Golden Shrimp special feature
Its showy, orange, gold, or yellow flowers that bloom during the summer resemble a shrimps layered scales.
Golden Shrimp uses
Ornamental Use:
- Used for decorations around homes, shops and offices