{"product_id":"aeschynanthus-caroline","title":"Aeschynanthus 'Caroline' | Lipstick Plant","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"care-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"care-label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight: \u003c\/strong\u003eBright, indirect light is the single most important factor for flowering. The brighter the light it receives, the more freely it blooms. A spot near an east or west-facing window is ideal. Avoid harsh direct sun (which scorches leaves) and low-light positions (which produce foliage only, no flowers).\u003ci class=\"ti ti-droplet\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"care-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"care-label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater: \u003c\/strong\u003eAllow the top 2–3 inches of soil to dry out between waterings, then water thoroughly and allow to drain fully. Never leave the roots sitting in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"care-label\"\u003eWater more frequently in spring and summer and reduce in winter. Avoid using cold water during flowering, as it can cause bud drop. Always water at the base to keep foliage dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"care-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"care-label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, Borneo, Malaysia, Sumatra, and Thailand, where it grows epiphytically on tree branches in warm, humid forest canopies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"care-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"care-label\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care tips: \u003c\/strong\u003eThrives in humidity of 60%+, so a bathroom with good light works well. Whilst higher humidity produces more vigorous growth, Aeschynanthus can live happily in regular household humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"care-label\"\u003eAfter flowering, trim stems back by a third to encourage bushy new growth and the next flush of blooms. Use an airy, fast-draining mix (coco coir, perlite, and orchid bark) rather than standard potting compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"care-label\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis 'Caroline' cultivar shares the same core care needs as all Aeschynanthus varieties, but the 'Improved' designation typically means more prolific and longer-lasting blooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"care-label\"\u003eNon-toxic to pets and humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Every Space","offers":[{"title":"15cm x 35cm Red","offer_id":56265699852671,"sku":null,"price":30.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"17cm","offer_id":56265699885439,"sku":null,"price":33.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/2589\/9289\/files\/JPEGimage-4EBA-9DC1-1F-0.jpg?v=1760628722","url":"https:\/\/www.theeveryspace.com\/products\/aeschynanthus-caroline","provider":"The Every Space","version":"1.0","type":"link"}