{"product_id":"polianthes-the-pearl-15-bulbs","title":"Polianthes - The Pearl - 15 bulbs","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePolianthes 'The Pearl': Your Garden's Most Exquisite Secret\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine stepping into your garden on a warm South African evening, a gentle breeze rustling through the leaves. Suddenly, a captivating fragrance, rich and sweet, envelops you. This isn't just a dream; it's the enchanting reality the 'The Pearl' Polianthes brings to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehold 'The Pearl', a truly magnificent Tuberose variety, renowned for its dazzling, pure white, double-petalled blooms. Each flower is a masterpiece, gracefully unfurling along tall, elegant stems, creating an upright display of unparalleled beauty. And the scent? It's simply divine – a powerful, luxurious perfume that will transform your garden into a fragrant haven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy 'The Pearl' Polianthes is a Must-Have for Your South African Sanctuary:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBreathtaking Beauty:\u003c\/b\u003e 🌸 Revel in the sight of pristine white, double flowers that stand out in any garden bed or pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnforgettable Fragrance:\u003c\/b\u003e 👃 Indulge your senses with its intense, sweet perfume, perfect for perfuming evening strolls or cutting for exquisite indoor bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eElegant \u0026amp; Upright Growth:\u003c\/b\u003e ✨ Its tall, sturdy stems provide a striking vertical accent, adding sophistication and structure to your outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal for South African Climates:\u003c\/b\u003e ☀️ Thrives in our sunny conditions, bringing dependable beauty to your garden year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCultivating Your 'Pearl' of Perfection:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'The Pearl' Polianthes is surprisingly easy to care for, ensuring even novice gardeners can enjoy its splendour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/b\u003e Give it a spot where it can bask in full sun. 'The Pearl' loves the South African sunshine and needs at least 6-8 hours daily to produce its best blooms and fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e It prefers well-draining soil, rich in organic matter. Prepare your beds with compost to give these beauties the perfect start. Avoid waterlogged conditions at all costs!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during active growth and flowering. Reduce watering once the foliage begins to yellow after flowering. Good drainage is key to preventing bulb rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant the bulbs in late spring (around September\/October in South Africa), once all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed up. Place them about 5-8 cm deep and 15-20 cm apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinter Care:\u003c\/b\u003e Polianthes are tender perennials. In colder South African regions where frosts are common, lift the bulbs after the foliage dies back in autumn and store them in a cool, dry place until spring. In warmer, frost-free areas, they can often be left in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel the joy and pride as your 'The Pearl' Polianthes bursts into bloom, filling your garden and home with its captivating presence. It's more than just a plant; it's an experience, a living perfume that will elevate your outdoor living.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asparagaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e tuberose \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun and semi-shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e September - October\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e December - February\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e November and March-April\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDormant:\u003c\/strong\u003e May – August \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e June \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e tuberous roots\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70cm \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10cm apart\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 3-4 days when planted in the ground for 10 minutes \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePosition and soil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWork compost into well-draining soil to a depth of at least 20cm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSouth African gardens are suitable for keeping \u003cem\u003ePolianthes\u003c\/em\u003e in the soil year round. 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