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Shrimp Plant (Beloperone)
Beloperone
Rs 2,000
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Shrimp Plant is a dependable evergreen shrub prized for its prolific multi-color flowers in spring, summer. It reaches a compact size of 3 ft, thrives in partial sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan.
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Category: Flowering Shrubs
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Multi Color
- Foliage Type
- Evergreen
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Partial Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Caution
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Shrimp Plant (Beloperone) is a distinguished evergreen shrub that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its multi-color flowers that appear in spring, summer, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This moderate-growing evergreen plant reaches up to 3 ft at maturity, making it a compact option for smaller gardens and containers.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Beloperone
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Mature Height: 3 ft
- Flower Colour: Multi-Color
- Bloom Season: Spring, Summer
- Foliage: Evergreen (Green)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Propagation: Stem Cuttings
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Partial Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Exercise caution around pets and small children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Shrimp Plant
Propagated from stem cuttings that root easily in moist soil.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This plant grows well across most of Pakistan, from Karachi to Islamabad and Peshawar. However, it may need winter protection in the colder highland regions of Quetta, Swat, and the northern areas.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Shrimp Plant?
Shrimp Plant is a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden, valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability to local conditions.
Buy Shrimp Plant online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Shrimp Plant be harmful to household pets?
While Shrimp Plant is not classified as highly toxic, it is best to exercise caution and keep it away from pets and small children who might chew on the leaves. Contact with sap may cause mild skin irritation in some cases.
How often should I water Shrimp Plant in Pakistan’s climate?
Shrimp Plant needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
What is the best time to prune Shrimp Plant in Pakistan?
Light pruning of Shrimp Plant after the blooming season helps maintain shape and encourages fresh growth. Since it blooms in spring, summer, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
When does Shrimp Plant bloom in Pakistan?
Shrimp Plant blooms in spring and summer, producing multi-color flowers. In Pakistan’s climate, expect the longest bloom period from March through September, with peak flowering during the warmer months.
What kind of light exposure is best for Shrimp Plant?
Shrimp Plant grows best in partial sun. Avoid placing it in harsh, direct afternoon sun during Pakistani summers as the leaves may scorch.
