{"product_id":"chrysanthemum-red-jamanthi","title":"Chrysanthemum Red (Jamanthi)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSelling Size : Bushy Plant| Pot Included | Secure Packing \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/chrysanthemum-red-jamanthi\/\"\u003eChrysanthemum Red (Jamanthi\u003c\/a\u003e), often known as \u003cb\u003eJamanthi\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003eShevanti\u003c\/b\u003e in India, is a popular and relatively easy-to-care-for flowering plant. The care for the red variety is the same as for other colors of the Indian Chrysanthemum (\u003ci\u003eChrysanthemum indicum\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/nurserylive-shevanti-red-plant_600x600-ezgif.com-optiwebp.webp\" alt=\"Chrysanthemum Red (Jamanthi)\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e Chrysanthemum Red (Jamanthi) \u003ch4\u003eHere is a comprehensive guide to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6mEwM4Q2JGI\"\u003ecaring for your RChrysanthemum Red (Jamanthi)\u003c\/a\u003e :\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAspect\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eCare Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eKey Tips\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunlight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Sun (Minimum 5-6 hours)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eProvides the energy needed for dense growth and abundant, vibrant blooms. \u003cb\u003eMove to partial shade\u003c\/b\u003e during the hottest part of the day in very harsh summer conditions to prevent scorching. Avoid planting near nighttime lights, which can disrupt their blooming cycle.\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWell-Drained and Fertile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eUse a \u003cb\u003esandy loam\u003c\/b\u003e mixture rich in \u003cb\u003eorganic matter\u003c\/b\u003e (compost, well-rotted manure, or leaf mold). Excellent drainage is vital, as they are very sensitive to \u003cb\u003eroot rot\u003c\/b\u003e from waterlogging. A soil pH of 6.0–7.5 is ideal.\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eConsistent and Moderate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eWater when the top \u003cb\u003e2-3 inches of soil feel dry\u003c\/b\u003e to the touch. Water deeply, especially container plants, until water drains from the bottom. \u003cb\u003eAvoid wetting the leaves and flowers\u003c\/b\u003e; water at the base of the plant to prevent fungal diseases like powdery mildew.\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegular Feeding During Growth\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1. \u003cb\u003eGrowing Phase (Spring\/Early Summer):\u003c\/b\u003e Use a \u003cb\u003ebalanced liquid fertilizer\u003c\/b\u003e (e.g., NPK 12-6-6 or a cow manure application) every 4-6 weeks to promote lush foliage.\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2. \u003cb\u003eBlooming Phase (Late Summer\/Autumn):\u003c\/b\u003e Switch to a \u003cb\u003ehigh-potassium and phosphorus fertilizer\u003c\/b\u003e (like bone meal or a tomato feed) to encourage strong, large flower buds. Stop all nitrogen fertilizer when buds appear.\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePinching\/Pruning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEssential for Bushiness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePinching:\u003c\/b\u003e When new shoots reach 6-8 inches tall, pinch off the top 1 inch (or the main growing tip). Repeat this every 2-3 weeks until mid-July to promote dense branching and more flowers.\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeadheading:\u003c\/b\u003e Regularly remove faded, wilted flowers to encourage the plant to produce new buds and extend the blooming period.\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eModerate Climates\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eThe plant requires a high temperature (20∘C–28∘C) for vegetative growth, but \u003cb\u003ecooler temperatures (10∘C–28∘C) and shorter days trigger flowering\u003c\/b\u003e (this is why they bloom in late autumn\/winter).\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePest Control\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMonitor Regularly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eThey can be susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and fungal diseases (especially in humid conditions). Ensure good air circulation and spray weekly with an organic pesticide like \u003cb\u003eneem oil\u003c\/b\u003e if pests are detected.\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_k3b0n0k3b0n0k3b0-ezgif.com-resize.webp\" alt=\"Chrysanthemum Red (Jamanthi)\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e Chrysanthemum Red (Jamanthi) \u003ch3\u003eSpecial Indian Context Tips :\u003c\/h3\u003e   \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSummer Heat:\u003c\/b\u003e In the intense Indian summer, be prepared to move potted Jamanthi plants to a spot with \u003cb\u003epartial or afternoon shade\u003c\/b\u003e to protect them from scorching.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/b\u003e Jamanthi is easily propagated. After the flowering season, you can take \u003cb\u003eterminal cuttings\u003c\/b\u003e (5-7 cm long) from healthy stock plants and root them, or you can separate \u003cb\u003esuckers\u003c\/b\u003e from the base of the main plant. The rainy season is often the best time for cuttings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSupport:\u003c\/b\u003e The branches can become heavy when full of flowers. Use \u003cb\u003ebamboo sticks\u003c\/b\u003e or stakes to support taller varieties to prevent the stems from breaking.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/jiffyplants.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/bf1f2a62-6398-4d3e-b3b3-8d0118710808-ezgif.com-resize.webp\" alt=\"Chrysanthemum violet (Jamanthi)\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e Chrysanthemum violet (Jamanthi)","brand":"Jiffy Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51704754995502,"sku":"JP-chrysanthemum-red-jamanthi","price":249.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/1091\/4606\/files\/nurserylive-shevanti-red-plant_600x600-ezgif.com-optiwebp.webp?v=1770149570","url":"https:\/\/foliages.in\/products\/chrysanthemum-red-jamanthi","provider":"Foliages.in","version":"1.0","type":"link"}