{"product_id":"princess-amalia-elegance-anthurium-anthurium-andreanum-princess-amalia-elegance","title":"Princess Amalia Elegance Anthurium - Anthurium andreanum 'Princess Amalia Elegance'","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrincess Amalia Elegance Anthurium (\u003cem\u003eAnthurium andreanum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Princess Amalia Elegance') is the romantic anthurium, with lipstick pink spathes shaded from tip to centre and matching pink spikes above glossy heart shaped leaves. It grows 60 to 80cm tall and about 60cm wide, and blooms in spring and autumn. It works as a shade loving plant in subtropical gardens and as a classic houseplant elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaded pink flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The colour deepens from the tip to the centre of each spathe, and the spike matches, so the bloom looks hand painted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers that evolve.\u003c\/strong\u003e As each flower ages it develops green tones through the pink, so a single plant carries several shades at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring and autumn blooms.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two flushes a year, and each flower lasts well on the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong lasting cut flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Anthuriums have a vase life of around three weeks, which makes this a lovely plant to cut from.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade and indoor friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e It blooms in bright filtered light, so it fits shaded garden corners and indoor rooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded tropical and subtropical borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart beneath trees or tall shrubs in a frost free garden. The pink flowers show up well against the dark green of the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright room out of direct sun suits it, and it is a classic choice for a living room or entry. Use a pot with good drainage and a quality potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Princess Amalia Elegance Anthurium in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a sheltered spot with bright, filtered light and no direct sun. It needs warmth and humidity and does not tolerate frost, so outdoors it suits the tropics and frost free subtropical gardens. In cooler parts of the country it is best kept indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining and rich in organic matter. In the garden, mulch around the plant so the soil does not dry out. In a pot, use a good potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks, and keep it moist through dry spells. Feed with slow release fertiliser in spring and half strength liquid fertiliser every two to four weeks in the warmer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut off spent flower stems and tired leaves at the base. Repot container plants at the beginning of spring, and wipe indoor leaves with a damp cloth to refresh the shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Princess Amalia Elegance Anthurium as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that is simple to pot on. It grows slowly when young and comes from tissue culture, so allow a season or two before you expect a full plant covered in flowers. Our grower supplies the tube, and supply comes and goes. If it shows as sold out, the grower has none right now: press the notify button on the page and we email you the day it returns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants travel upright and snug. Unpack promptly, water in, and keep the plant warm and shaded 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\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-partial-shade\"\u003eMore plants for partial shade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBrowse tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eA guide to indoor exotic plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my flowers turning green?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is normal for this variety. The pink flowers develop green tones as they age, so a plant often shows several shades together. Healthy, glossy leaves are the real sign of good care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cut the flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Anthuriums are popular cut flowers with a vase life of around three weeks. Cut a stem low down and keep the water clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it poisonous?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The leaves contain a poisonous substance and the sap can irritate skin. Keep it away from areas where children and pets play.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790169571647,"sku":"ANT-AND-PRINCE-tube","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/princess-amalia-elegance-anthurium-anthurium-andreanum-princess-amalia-elegance.jpg?v=1792194905","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/princess-amalia-elegance-anthurium-anthurium-andreanum-princess-amalia-elegance","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}