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How To Grow Butterfly Pea Plants at Home?
Follow these simple steps to grow a butterfly pea flower plant at home and get maximum flowers:
- Pour water on the Coco discs provided in the butterfly pea plant grow kit.
- Let the coco peat expand and absorb water. Now, they are ready to be used.
- Mix the plant food with expanded cocopeat.
- Lightly fill the coir pot with this potting mix to make it airy.
- Sprinkle the butterfly pea plant seeds, and spray water.
- Gently press the potting mix and keep the pot in sunlight.
- You will see germination in 7-10 days.
Benefits of Growing Aparajita Flower Plant
There are several benefits of growing the Aparajita flower plant:
1. Digestive Benefits of Aparajita Flower
The biggest benefit of growing butterfly pea flower plants is using beautiful blue flowers. Aparajita flowers can be used to make herbal tea. Aparajita tea is known for aiding digestion and relieving bloating.
2. Natural Stress Reliever
The unique blue butterfly pea flowers are very potent in relieving stress. Drinking Aparajita flower tea helps reduce stress and anxiety, promoting relaxation.
3. Natural Food Coloring
You can use the flowers to get a natural blue dye. Boil Aparajita flowers in water and use this water to add colour to your smoothies and milkshakes, or even knead the dough for your rotis.
This not only adds a fun, colourful twist to your cuisine but also adds antioxidants and other nutrients.
4. Adds Beauty to Your Garden
With its lush green vines and striking blue-purple flowers, the butterfly pea plant beautifies any space, like your balcony, garden, or terrace.
5. Rich in Antioxidants
The Aparajita flower is packed with flavonoids and antioxidants that help fight free radicals. You can use them in herbal tea, as garnish for your dishes, or in your salads.
Why Choose Bombay Greens To Buy Butterfly Pea Plant Grow Kit?
Bombay Greens aims to make gardening very easy, convenient, and accessible even in urban settings. We offer all gardening accessories including potting mixes, small gardening tools, grow bags, seeds packets, and organic fertilisers. You can easily shop for all your gardening needs from the comfort of your home with just a few clicks.
Faqs on Butterfly Pea Flower Plant
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What is butterfly pea used for?
Butterfly pea flower is used for making herbal tea, natural food colouring, and Ayurvedic remedies. The aparajita flowers are also used in skincare and haircare products.
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Is butterfly pea an indoor plant?
No, the butterfly pea flower plant is an outdoor plant, as it loves to get 4 to 6 hours of sunlight. However, it can be grown indoors in a sunny spot, like near a window or balcony.
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How to grow butterfly pea at home?
To grow butterfly pea flower plant at home, all you need is Bombay Green’s butterfly pea plant grow kit. Simply plant seeds in the coir pot and keep them in a sunny spot.
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Can butterfly pea grow from cuttings?
Yes, the butterfly pea flower plant or Aparajita flower plant can grow from cuttings. But it is better to grow from seeds as it gives you a healthier plant and has more chance of success.
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Can butterfly pea be grown in pots?
Yes, the butterfly pea plant grows well in pots. It's a low-maintenance plant and can be easily grown anywhere.
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In which month does the Aparajita flower bloom?
Aparajita flowers bloom mostly from late spring to early winter, usually between March and November in warm climates. In India, with proper care, it may bloom throughout the year.
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Which month is best for growing Aparajita flower plant?
The best time to grow butterfly pea flower plant is February and March. If you grow it in spring, you will start getting flowers in summer.
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How long do cuttings take to root?
Butterfly pea cuttings usually take 2-4 weeks to develop roots. Using a rooting hormone can speed up the process.
