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Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea) 1G

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Color-Changing Tea Vine – Grow Your Own Wellness & Wonder 🌸
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Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea) 1G
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🌸 Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea) – 1-Gallon Size for Fast Growth & Continuous Blooms 🦋✨

Experience the tropical magic of color-changing teas even sooner! 🌈 The Butterfly Pea Vine (Clitoria ternatea) is a dazzling, fast-growing climber prized for its electric-blue blooms that turn your tea, cocktails, and desserts into vibrant works of art. Our 1-gallon size offers a strong, established start — perfect for gardeners seeking faster flowering, better resilience, and abundant vines for the season ahead.


🌿 Quick Facts

Category Details
Botanical Name Clitoria ternatea
Common Names Butterfly Pea, Asian Pigeonwings, Blue Pea Vine
Plant Type Perennial vine in warm zones; annual elsewhere
Size at Sale Shipped in 1-gallon container – well-rooted, fast to flower
Mature Height & Width Climbs 6–10 ft (1.8–3 m) with support; spreads 2–3 ft wide
USDA Zones 9–11 (Perennial); Annual in zones 8 and below
Sun Requirements Full sun – minimum 6–8 hours daily
Cold Hardiness Frost-tender below 40 °F; regrows from roots in warm climates
Growth Habit Vigorous climbing vine; nitrogen-fixer
Spacing Requirements 2–3 ft apart or 6–8 ft between trellis bases

💠 Blooms, Flavor & Color-Changing Magic

Science & Spectacle:

Each vivid sapphire-blue flower is rich in anthocyanins, the natural pigments that react to pH. Add citrus and watch your brew shift from deep blue 💙 to purple 💜 to pink 💗 — a beautiful chemistry lesson in your teacup.

Flavor Profile:

Softly floral and earthy, pairing beautifully with lemongrass, mint, or citrus.

Flowering Season:

🌞 Florida & Gulf South: Nearly year-round (March–December).

🌸 Temperate regions: Mid-summer to early fall.

Harvest Tips:

Pick blossoms daily to encourage new blooms; air-dry in shade for storage.


🌱 Top Benefits & Uses

🧘‍♀️ Health & Wellness

  • Rich in antioxidants and bioflavonoids that support healthy aging.
  • Used traditionally in Ayurveda to ease stress, support memory, and promote calm focus.
  • Naturally caffeine-free — ideal for soothing evening teas.

🌾 Ecological & Garden Benefits

  • Nitrogen-fixing roots improve soil health for fruit trees & veggies.
  • Pollinator attractant — hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies adore the blooms.
  • Great for regenerative gardening or guild plantings under taller crops.

🍹 Culinary & Creative Uses

  • Brew for color-changing teas or natural food dyes.
  • Use petals for blue rice, mocktails, desserts, and even ice cubes.

🌸 Cultural Heritage

Native to Southeast Asia, Butterfly Pea — known as “Aparajita” in India and “Dok Anchan” in Thailand — has symbolized wisdom and spiritual clarity for centuries. Thai “Nam Dok Anchan” tea is still served daily for calm and refreshment.


🪴 Landscape, Container & Indoor Growing

Ornamental Appeal:

Perfect for fences, mailboxes, arbors, or balcony planters. Its lush foliage and vibrant blue-violet blooms bring tropical charm to any space.

Container Growing:

  • Excellent in 3–7 gallon pots with a sturdy trellis or cage.
  • Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
  • Feed every 6–8 weeks with an organic bloom booster for prolific flowers.

Indoor Tips:

Grow near bright windows or under grow lights (12–14 hrs light). Prune lightly to manage size and encourage branching.

Companion Plants:

🌿 Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) – color + tea companion

🌾 Lemongrass – perfect flavor partner

🌸 Basil or Mint – enhances pollination

🌼 Pigeon Pea – nitrogen-fixing ally


🌿 Best Practices for Planting & Care

Where to Plant:

Full sun and well-draining soil. Avoid low, soggy spots.

Soil:

Slightly acidic – neutral (pH 6.0–7.5). Mix compost + biochar for best vigor.

Planting Method:

Plant “High & Tight” – the GreenDreams method that prevents rot and boosts airflow.

🎥 Watch: High & Tight Planting Method

Watering:

Water daily for 1 week, then 2–3 times weekly. Increase in high heat.

Mulching:

Add 2–3 inches hardwood mulch, keeping it away from the base.

Pruning:

Trim tips monthly for bushy growth. Heavy pruning after flowering keeps vines vigorous.

Fertilization:

Light monthly feeding with fish emulsion or compost tea. Avoid excess nitrogen to ensure more blooms.

Winter Care (Zones 9–10):

Cut back and mulch heavily. In colder zones, overwinter indoors or regrow from seed.


🌿 Troubleshooting Guide

Symptom Cause Solution
Yellow leaves Overwatering / poor drainage Let top inch of soil dry before watering again
Few flowers Too much nitrogen / shade Reduce fertilizer; ensure full sun
Powdery mildew Humid air / crowding Increase airflow; apply organic neem spray
Drooping Heat stress / root rot Water early AM; improve drainage
Cold damage Temps < 40 °F Move indoors or protect with frost cloth

⚠️ Cautions

  • Non-toxic to humans & pets.
  • Frost-sensitive — must be protected below 40 °F.
  • May self-seed; prune pods if spread is not desired.

🌟 Is This Plant Right for You?

Ideal For:

  • Gardeners in Florida & the Southeast
  • Herbal tea enthusiasts
  • Pollinator & permaculture gardens
  • Fast results & larger starter plants

Not Ideal For:

  • Northern growers without frost protection
  • Small-space growers lacking sun exposure

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How soon will my 1-gallon Butterfly Pea flower?

A: Typically within 4–6 weeks of transplanting in warm weather.

Q: Does it attract pollinators?

A: Yes — bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds visit daily when in bloom.

Q: Can I harvest flowers often?

A: Yes! The more you pick, the more it blooms.

Q: Will it survive Florida’s mild winters?

A: In zones 9–11, yes — cut back and mulch the base for regrowth next spring.


🚚 Shipping Disclaimer

1-gallon Butterfly Pea plants are strong enough for long-distance shipping, but still prefer travel to Florida, the Southeastern US, and Texas for best success.

We ship via UPS Ground (Mondays only).

Extreme heat or cold can affect plant condition — buyer discretion advised.


📍 Local Pickup

Available for Local Pickup at GreenDreams Nursery & Farm
18709 US Hwy 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610
Tues–Fri 9 AM–5 PM | Sat 8 AM–3 PM
Come see what’s in bloom! 🌿

🌿 Beyond the Plant: GreenDreams Services

At GreenDreams, we do more than grow plants — we design, build & restore ecosystems across Florida.

  • 🌳 Onsite consultations & landscape design
  • 🌿 Professional installation & project management
  • 🚚 Bulk delivery of compost, mulch, biochar & soil
  • 🌾 Wholesale & regenerative solutions

Create your edible paradise — starting with Butterfly Pea! 🌸

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.

Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location
, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
 

1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
 

2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.

  • For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

  • For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
     

3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.

  • We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.

  • Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
     

For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.

 

🌿 Important Shipping Information

Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.

  • Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.

  • Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.

  • Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.

  • Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants

1. Understanding of Shipping Stress

By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.

2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage

Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations

Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.

4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule

Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.

5.Extreme Weather Conditions

Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.

6. No Refund Policy

Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.

7. Responsibility of Care

Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.

8. Consent

By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.

These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.

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