{"product_id":"king-of-hearts-anthurium-anthurium-andreanum-king-of-hearts","title":"King of Hearts Anthurium - Anthurium andreanum 'King of Hearts'","description":"\u003cp\u003eKing of Hearts Anthurium (\u003cem\u003eAnthurium andreanum\u003c\/em\u003e 'King of Hearts') is the big leafed, big flowered anthurium, and it suits shady frost free gardens and bright rooms equally well. It grows 60 to 80cm tall and about 60cm wide, with large glossy heart shaped leaves and red spathes that last for weeks. Choose it when you want presence rather than a dainty pot plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge glossy leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The heart shaped foliage is the backbone of the plant, so it looks good between flushes of flower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBig red blooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each red spathe is large and glossy, and the flowers last well on the plant and as a cut flower in a vase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Anthuriums bloom in bright filtered light, which gives you flower colour in spots where most flowering plants sulk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA manageable size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 60 to 80cm it fills a corner of a bed, a verandah or a room without crowding it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical borders and underplanting.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a humid, frost free garden, plant 50cm apart beneath taller foliage so the big leaves just meet. The layering gives a lush, jungle floor look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainers and indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot with drainage holes lets you control the water and move the plant into shelter. Choose a bright room out of direct sun, away from cold draughts and air conditioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing King of Hearts Anthurium in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sheltered and out of direct sun, with bright, filtered light for the longest flowering. It wants warmth and humidity and is not frost hardy, so outdoors it belongs in the tropics and the warmest frost free subtropics. Elsewhere, grow it indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose, free draining and rich in organic matter, whether in the ground or in a pot of quality potting mix. Mulch outdoor plants to hold moisture around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks, then keep it moist through dry spells. Apply slow release fertiliser in spring and a liquid feed every two to four weeks in the warmer months, diluted to half strength to avoid burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Very little is needed. Remove spent flowers and yellowing leaves at the base, wipe dust from the foliage with a damp cloth, and repot container plants at the start of spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell King of Hearts Anthurium as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that settles in readily once potted on or planted into a sheltered spot. Anthuriums grow slowly when young, so expect a small plant that builds leaves before it flowers. Tube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt travels upright and snug. Unpack it promptly, water it in and keep it out of direct sun and cold draughts while it settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-flowering-plants\"\u003eIndoor flowering plants for bright rooms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eMore tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eGrowing tropical foliage at home\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a lush tropical garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs King of Hearts Anthurium safe for pets and children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The leaves contain a poisonous substance and contact with the sap can irritate skin. Keep it out of reach of pets and children, handle it with gloves and wash your hands afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Give it bright, filtered light, steady moisture and warmth, and repot at the start of spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much humidity does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnthuriums thrive in humid conditions. In a dry room, group it with other plants or stand the pot on a tray of damp pebbles, and keep it away from heaters and air conditioners.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790169440575,"sku":"ANT-AND-KINGOF-tube","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/king-of-hearts-anthurium-anthurium-andreanum-king-of-hearts.jpg?v=1792194881","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/king-of-hearts-anthurium-anthurium-andreanum-king-of-hearts","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}