{"product_id":"pandan-pandanus-amaryllifolius","title":"Pandan - Pandanus amaryllifolius","description":"\u003cp\u003ePandan (\u003cem\u003ePandanus amaryllifolius\u003c\/em\u003e), also called screwpine or edible pandanus, is a fast-growing tropical plant with a fountain-like clump of long, pleated, strappy leaves. Left to grow it becomes a palm-like small tree up to 4m tall and 2m wide. Harvest the leaves regularly and it stays a compact clump, with a vanilla fragrance and flavour for the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves you can cook with.\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaves have a vanilla fragrance and flavour and give food a soft green colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDramatic tropical foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e A fountain of long, pleated, strappy leaves makes a bold shape in a tropical border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou choose the size.\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest regularly for a short clump, or leave it to develop a short trunk and a small-tree form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growing.\u003c\/strong\u003e In warm, moist conditions it grows quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance.\u003c\/strong\u003e It asks for regular water and protection from frost, and little else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical borders and feature planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow 2m between plants so each fountain of leaves can develop fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoolside and courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e The bold, upright shape suits poolside and courtyard planting where a tropical look is wanted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe kitchen garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it where you can pick leaves easily. Harvest from mature plants, lower down, for the best taste and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pandan in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade. It is a tropical plant that needs protection from frost, so it suits tropical and subtropical gardens. In cooler districts, grow it in a pot that moves under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, fertile soil. Mulch and water well until it is established, usually around 12 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly. It prefers consistently moist soil and responds to a spring feed. Watch for mealybug and treat it accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Little formal pruning is needed, because harvesting does the job. Pick leaves from mature plants, taking the lower ones first. Regular harvesting keeps it in a clump, while unharvested plants develop a short trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Pandan as tube stock, in 140mm pots in packs of 10 and in 200mm pots in packs of 6. Tube stock is a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly in warm, moist soil. The potted packs give you leaves to harvest sooner. Plants travel upright and settle within a few weeks of warm weather.\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\/edible-plants\"\u003eEdible plants and bush tucker\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=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePlants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/top-pandanus-varieties-for-your-australian-garden\"\u003ePandanus varieties compared: spined, spineless and size\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cook with the leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Pandan is grown for its edible, vanilla-scented leaves, which add flavour and a soft green colour to food. Harvest from mature plants, taking the lower leaves for the best taste and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big will it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 4m tall and 2m wide if left unharvested. Regular harvesting keeps it as a shorter, fountain-like clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a cold climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in the ground if frost visits. Protect it from frost, and in cooler districts grow it in a pot that you can move under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67789620183359,"sku":"PAN-AMA-tube","price":21.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67789620216127,"sku":"PAN-AMA-140MM-P10","price":191.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67789620248895,"sku":"PAN-AMA-200MM-P6","price":204.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/pandan-pandanus-amaryllifolius.jpg?v=1792191214","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/pandan-pandanus-amaryllifolius","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}