{"product_id":"nicandra-physalodes-apple-of-peru","title":"Nicandra physalodes Apple of Peru | Shoo Fly Plant","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNicandra physalodes Apple of Peru\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"6eb4cc86-3319-42d8-8965-1b47c1447a01\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown by many names, including the \u003cem\u003eShoo Fly Plant\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eNicandra physalodes\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eApple of Peru\u003c\/em\u003e, is a striking annual that offers both beauty and function. With its bell-shaped flowers ranging from light purple to blue, and its signature green lantern-like seed pods, this plant is a garden standout. Plus, it’s often used to help keep pests at bay, earning its nickname, \"Shoo Fly.\" It blooms profusely throughout the summer and into the fall, creating a vibrant display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow indoors 1mm deep in moist, well-drained seed compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal germination temperature: 22°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination time: 15-20 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into 8cm pots to grow on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcclimatise plants before planting outside, after the danger of frost has passed. Space plants 40cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires little maintenance once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil moist, but avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay benefit from light support to keep stems upright, especially in windy conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApple of Peru is a self-seeding plant. If you don’t want it to spread freely, deadhead spent flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis plant may help deter flying pests, making it an excellent companion plant in your garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/strong\u003e: Adding color, structure, and a bit of natural pest control to your garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-2 flex gap-3 empty:hidden -ml-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"items-center justify-start rounded-xl p-1 flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex items-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"therapyofflowers.com","offers":[{"title":"20 raw seeds \/ 90 cm","offer_id":47220039450967,"sku":"","price":1.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9275\/3751\/files\/nicandra-physalodes-apple-peru-shoo-fly-plant-20-raw-seeds-90-cm-572.jpg?v=1762504631","url":"https:\/\/www.therapyofflowers.com\/ru\/products\/nicandra-physalodes-apple-of-peru","provider":"therapyofflowers.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}