{"title":"Krishna Kamal (Passionflower)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ekrishna kamal plant\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of India's most beloved flowering climbers. Known as Passionflower in English, this stunning vine blooms with intricate purple flowers that look almost hand-painted by nature. At GardenGo, we bring you \u003cstrong\u003ekrishna kamal flower plants online\u003c\/strong\u003e at the lowest price — so every Indian home can enjoy this timeless beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ekrishna kamal phool\u003c\/strong\u003e holds deep cultural meaning across India. Many families consider it a \u003cstrong\u003elucky plant\u003c\/strong\u003e connected to the stories of Lord Krishna. Its rich purple blooms with a crown-like centre make it a showstopper on any balcony, terrace, or garden wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love the Krishna Kamal Vel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ekrishna kamal vel\u003c\/strong\u003e (climbing vine) grows quickly and covers fences, trellises, and railings beautifully. It is \u003cstrong\u003eeasy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e even for first-time gardeners and does well in India's warm climate. Studies show flowering climbers can reduce wall surface temperature by up to 5°C — a natural cooling bonus for your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e on balcony railings, fences, or garden trellises\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlooms generously through warm Indian months\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e — basic watering and good sunlight is all it needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAttracts butterflies and bees, bringing life to your garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA meaningful gifting plant for festivals and housewarmings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Krishna Kamal at Home — Indoors or Outdoors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003ePurple Krishna Kamal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ebest seller\u003c\/strong\u003e loved by thousands of home gardeners across India. Whether you have a spacious garden or a small balcony, the krishna kamal plant adapts well to pots and containers too. It thrives in full sunlight with well-drained soil — no special skills required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany customers ask about the \u003cstrong\u003ekrishna kamal plant price\u003c\/strong\u003e — and we keep it honest and affordable for every household. If you have been searching for a \u003cstrong\u003ekrishna kamal flower plant online\u003c\/strong\u003e, you are in the right place. Use our pincode checker to confirm delivery to your area and get your plant shipped fresh to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Get at GardenGo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe are committed to making plant shopping simple and affordable for Indian families. Every krishna kamal plant is carefully packed to arrive healthy and ready to grow. Join our rewards program and earn points on every order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLowest price\u003c\/strong\u003e on krishna kamal plants online — guaranteed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShips pan-India — check your pincode for same-city delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePacked fresh with care for safe transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrusted by thousands of Indian home gardeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExplore our \u003cstrong\u003elucky plants\u003c\/strong\u003e and balcony garden collections for more inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"krishna-kamal-purple-10-grow-bag","title":"Krishna Kamal Purple - 10\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrishna Kamal (Passiflora incarnata), commonly called passion flower or maypop, is a vigorous perennial climbing vine grown across India for its mesmerising, almost mythological flowers. The blooms carry a ring of fine purple-and-white filaments (corona) over five petals and sepals, a structure that in Indian tradition is linked to the Mahabharata, giving the plant its devotional name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vine climbs rapidly using tendrils and can quickly cover a trellis, arch or fence, producing flowers chiefly through the warm, humid months. In favourable conditions it sets edible egg-shaped fruits known as maypops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and tolerant of Indian heat, it dies back in cold winters in north India but resprouts from the roots, making it a reliable, long-lived ornamental climber for home gardens and balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassifloraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoutheastern United States; widely naturalised in India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-6 m (climbing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous, deeply 3-lobed green leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple and white with a filamentous corona\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer to monsoon (June-September)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade; 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avoid excess nitrogen, which favours leaves over flowers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune hard in late winter or early spring to control size, remove dead growth and encourage vigorous flowering shoots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot container plants every 1-2 years into a larger pot with fresh, well-drained mix and a sturdy support.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagate by seed, semi-hardwood stem cuttings, or root suckers; cuttings root readily in the warm season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and caterpillars; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage of some Passiflora species contains cyanogenic compounds; 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The blooms carry a ring of fine purple-and-white filaments (corona) over five petals and sepals, a structure that in Indian tradition is linked to the Mahabharata, giving the plant its devotional name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vine climbs rapidly using tendrils and can quickly cover a trellis, arch or fence, producing flowers chiefly through the warm, humid months. In favourable conditions it sets edible egg-shaped fruits known as maypops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and tolerant of Indian heat, it dies back in cold winters in north India but resprouts from the roots, making it a reliable, long-lived ornamental climber for home gardens and balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassifloraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoutheastern United States; widely naturalised in India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-6 m (climbing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous, deeply 3-lobed green leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple and white with a filamentous corona\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer to monsoon (June-September)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade; at least 5-6 hours of direct sun for best flowering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater regularly to keep soil evenly moist in summer; reduce in winter and avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained, fertile loamy soil, slightly acidic to neutral pH; enrich with organic compost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 18-32°C; tolerates brief cold but top growth may die back below 5°C, regrowing from roots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity; appreciates the monsoon season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed a balanced NPK or compost monthly in the growing season; avoid excess nitrogen, which favours leaves over flowers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune hard in late winter or early spring to control size, remove dead growth and encourage vigorous flowering shoots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot container plants every 1-2 years into a larger pot with fresh, well-drained mix and a sturdy support.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagate by seed, semi-hardwood stem cuttings, or root suckers; cuttings root readily in the warm season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and caterpillars; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage of some Passiflora species contains cyanogenic compounds; 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Pinch young shoots to encourage branching and more flowering points.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In summer, mulch the base to conserve moisture and water deeply. In winter, in colder regions, cut back and mulch the roots; the plant will resprout in spring.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is this plant called Krishna Kamal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flower\u0026amp;#039;s structure is traditionally linked to the Mahabharata - the ring of fine filaments is seen as the 100 Kauravas, the inner parts as the 5 Pandavas - giving it the devotional name Krishna Kamal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get my Krishna Kamal vine to flower more?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive it at least 5-6 hours of direct sun, avoid excess nitrogen fertiliser, and prune in late winter or early spring. Flowering peaks through the warm summer and monsoon months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Krishna Kamal need support to grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a vigorous tendril climber that can reach 4-6 m, so provide a sturdy trellis, mesh, arch or fence early so it can climb and stay well supported.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51048719745270,"sku":"PLT-KRISHNAKAMAL-P08-NA","price":299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/51kTv7dG97L._UF1000_1000_QL80_8742b0a1-43c5-404f-80a7-eeda43a3a327.jpg?v=1782749985"},{"product_id":"krishna-kamal-purple-6-pot","title":"Krishna Kamal Purple - 6\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrishna Kamal (Passiflora incarnata), commonly called passion flower or maypop, is a vigorous perennial climbing vine grown across India for its mesmerising, almost mythological flowers. The blooms carry a ring of fine purple-and-white filaments (corona) over five petals and sepals, a structure that in Indian tradition is linked to the Mahabharata, giving the plant its devotional name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vine climbs rapidly using tendrils and can quickly cover a trellis, arch or fence, producing flowers chiefly through the warm, humid months. In favourable conditions it sets edible egg-shaped fruits known as maypops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and tolerant of Indian heat, it dies back in cold winters in north India but resprouts from the roots, making it a reliable, long-lived ornamental climber for home gardens and balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassifloraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoutheastern United States; widely naturalised in India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-6 m (climbing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous, deeply 3-lobed green leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple and white with a filamentous corona\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer to monsoon (June-September)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade; at least 5-6 hours of direct sun for best flowering.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater regularly to keep soil evenly moist in summer; reduce in winter and avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained, fertile loamy soil, slightly acidic to neutral pH; enrich with organic compost.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 18-32°C; tolerates brief cold but top growth may die back below 5°C, regrowing from roots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity; appreciates the monsoon season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeed a balanced NPK or compost monthly in the growing season; avoid excess nitrogen, which favours leaves over flowers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune hard in late winter or early spring to control size, remove dead growth and encourage vigorous flowering shoots.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot container plants every 1-2 years into a larger pot with fresh, well-drained mix and a sturdy support.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagate by seed, semi-hardwood stem cuttings, or root suckers; cuttings root readily in the warm season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch for aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and caterpillars; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage of some Passiflora species contains cyanogenic compounds; keep unripe fruit and leaves away from pets and small children as a precaution.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Popular ornamental climber for trellises, arches, fences, pergolas and balcony railings.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Grown for its spiritually significant, eye-catching flowers in home and temple gardens.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Attracts butterflies and other pollinators, supporting garden biodiversity.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ripe maypop fruits are edible, and the herb is traditionally used in calming herbal teas.\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Plant at the onset of the monsoon (June-July) so the vine establishes in warm, humid weather, or in February-March after the cold passes in north India.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Provide a strong trellis or mesh early, as the vine grows fast and is heavy. Pinch young shoots to encourage branching and more flowering points.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In summer, mulch the base to conserve moisture and water deeply. In winter, in colder regions, cut back and mulch the roots; the plant will resprout in spring.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is this plant called Krishna Kamal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flower\u0026amp;#039;s structure is traditionally linked to the Mahabharata - the ring of fine filaments is seen as the 100 Kauravas, the inner parts as the 5 Pandavas - giving it the devotional name Krishna Kamal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get my Krishna Kamal vine to flower more?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive it at least 5-6 hours of direct sun, avoid excess nitrogen fertiliser, and prune in late winter or early spring. Flowering peaks through the warm summer and monsoon months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Krishna Kamal need support to grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It is a vigorous tendril climber that can reach 4-6 m, so provide a sturdy trellis, mesh, arch or fence early so it can climb and stay well supported.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51270548881654,"sku":"PLT-KRISHNAKAMAL-P06-PUR","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/51kTv7dG97L._UF1000_1000_QL80_95ec444a-fe10-4dac-ac9c-620131db2808.jpg?v=1784184547"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/collections\/krishna-kamal.jpg?v=1778570595","url":"https:\/\/gardengo.in\/collections\/krishna-kamal.oembed","provider":"GardenGo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}