{"product_id":"delonix-regia-flame-tree","title":"Delonix regia (Flame Tree)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDelonix regia\u003c\/em\u003e is a legendary tropical flowering tree celebrated for its feathery, fernlike foliage and spectacular canopy of scarlet-orange blooms. Young plants bring an airy, architectural presence to a sunny indoor space, while mature trees create one of the most dramatic floral displays in the tropical world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provide as much direct sun as possible. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelonix regia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a true full-sun tree and grows best with at least six hours of sunlight daily. Indoors, place it directly beside the brightest south- or west-facing window available. Insufficient light commonly produces weak, stretched growth and leaf loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water thoroughly when the upper inch or two of the potting mix has dried. Young plants appreciate regular moisture while actively growing, but the roots should never remain waterlogged. Reduce watering substantially if the plant slows down or drops its leaves during winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Average household humidity is generally sufficient. Warmth and strong light are more important than exceptionally high humidity, although very dry indoor air may encourage spider mites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use a rich but fast-draining mix. A combination of quality potting soil, perlite or pumice, and fine orchid bark works well for container-grown plants. Always use a pot with unobstructed drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a frost-sensitive tropical tree. Keep temperatures above 50°F whenever possible and protect it from sudden cold. In San Francisco and other cool coastal areas, it should usually remain in a container and spend the warmer months in the sunniest available outdoor position before returning indoors for winter. Even in Oakland and warmer inland locations, protect it whenever nights approach the mid-40s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fast-growing, upright, and eventually broad-canopied. In tropical climates, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelonix regia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e can become a substantial landscape tree approximately 30 to 40 feet tall and equally wide. Container culture, root pruning, and selective pruning can maintain it at a much smaller size, making the species popular for bonsai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mature trees produce vivid scarlet to orange-red blossoms, usually during warm, sunny weather. Plants grown from seed commonly require seven to ten years to reach flowering maturity, and flowering indoors or in a small container is uncommon. In the Bay Area, this plant should primarily be purchased for its elegant foliage, growth habit, and bonsai potential rather than with the expectation of immediate blooms. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeasonal Behavior:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leaf drop during winter does not necessarily indicate that the plant has died. Cool temperatures, reduced light, or a seasonal dry period may cause partial or complete dormancy. During this time, keep the plant warm and water sparingly until active growth resumes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelonix regia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is not specifically included in the ASPCA’s toxic and non-toxic plant database. Because the seeds, pods, and other tissues should not be considered edible, keep them away from pets and small children and contact a veterinarian if ingestion occurs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Plant Lady SF","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":48322872246478,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/theplantladysf.com\/products\/delonix-regia-flame-tree","provider":"The Plant Lady SF","version":"1.0","type":"link"}