{"product_id":"mimosa-pudica","title":"Mimosa Pudica","description":"\u003cp\u003e10 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMimosa pudica\u003c\/em\u003e loves warmth and can grow well in the Gulf, but seedlings should be protected from \u003cstrong\u003eextreme summer heat and harsh afternoon sun\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🇬🇧 English\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌱 Best Sowing Time\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGulf:\u003c\/strong\u003e February–April and September–November.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMarch–April\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eOctober–November\u003c\/strong\u003e are good sowing periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the easiest germination, sow when temperatures are around \u003cstrong\u003e22–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid starting seedlings outdoors during the peak summer heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌿 Seed Preparation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMimosa pudica seeds have a relatively hard seed coat, so \u003cstrong\u003epre-soaking is recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the seeds in warm water for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e12–24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard any seeds that remain obviously damaged or empty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow the seeds soon after soaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌿 How to Sow the Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003elight, fertile, well-drained seed-starting mix\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoisten the medium before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover lightly with fine soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently with a fine spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the medium \u003cstrong\u003econsistently moist but never waterlogged\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the tray in a warm, bright location with filtered sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination generally occurs within \u003cstrong\u003e7–21 days\u003c\/strong\u003e under suitable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌱 Transplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant when seedlings have developed \u003cstrong\u003e3–4 true leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarden seedlings gradually before moving them outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30–45 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a location with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle young roots carefully during transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e☀️ Growing \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright light to full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Gulf, \u003cstrong\u003emorning sun with afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e is preferable during very hot weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose, fertile, and well drained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil moderately moist during establishment. Once established, allow the surface to dry slightly before watering again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide good airflow around the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed lightly with a balanced fertilizer during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinching the growing tips can encourage a fuller, more compact plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌸 Flowering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMimosa pudica may begin flowering approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 months after sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt produces attractive \u003cstrong\u003esmall pink, ball-shaped flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering is generally better with adequate sunlight and warm temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e🌡 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Kuwait, \u003cstrong\u003eOctober–November\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent period for starting Mimosa pudica, with \u003cstrong\u003eMarch–April\u003c\/strong\u003e also suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants from intense afternoon sunlight during hot periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring extreme heat, provide approximately \u003cstrong\u003e40–50% afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect seedlings from hot, dry winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer cultivation is useful because the plant can be moved to a cooler, protected position during extreme summer weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater preferably in the \u003cstrong\u003eearly morning\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood drainage is essential, especially when irrigation is frequent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plant naturally folds its leaves when touched or disturbed—this is normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmth is important for Mimosa pudica germination, but in the Gulf the seedlings should not be exposed to extreme heat. \u003cstrong\u003eWarm conditions + bright filtered light + consistently moist but well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e provide the best start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Tohum Cenneti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48526663581914,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/Mimosa.jpg?v=1788040401","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/mimosa-pudica","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}