Callisia

Pink Bubbles Plants - Best In New Zealand!

Adding Callisia (commonly known as the Pink Bubbles Plant) to your garden or indoor space delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They are visual plants that add impact.
• Callisia purify the air.
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature.
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come.

We have the right Pink Bubbles Plant for your space. Our Callisia have been selected to thrive in NZ’s climate and have been carefully multiplied in our nursery. We also source from NZ’s leading nurseries to deliver plants that thrive in NZ’s climate. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Callisia, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Callisia Questions

1. How often do I water Callisia?

When Callisia are grown in pots they only need to be watered twice a week during summer or once a week during winter. Plants in small pots can dry out quickly, so these may need watering more frequently. Similarly, plants grown in warm rooms will need more frequent watering.

2. What is the pink bubbles plant called?

The pink bubbles plant has several charming names, each highlighting its unique features:

• Scientific name: Callisia repens 'Pink Bubbles'
• Popular names:
  • Pink Bubbles: The most descriptive, referencing the adorable bubble-like appearance of its pink leaves.
  • Sweet Bubbles: Emphasizes the plant's charming and delicate feel.
  • Pink Lady, Pink Panther, Pink Turtle: Playful names capturing the vibrant pink coloration.
  • Bianca, Tangle, Tango: Other affectionate nicknames for this beloved plant.
  • Tricolour: This name accurately describes the three colors often present – green, pink, and sometimes creamy-yellow.

3. How do you keep pink bubbles pink?

Keeping your Pink Bubbles plant a beautiful shade of pink requires attention to light, watering, and trimming:

Light:

• Plenty of bright, indirect light is crucial: Aim for at least 4-6 hours of sunlight per day. Direct morning or evening sun can be tolerated, but harsh midday sun can scorch the leaves. Low light will cause the pink coloration to fade and the plant to become leggy.
• Consider supplemental lighting: Especially during winter months or in naturally less-lit spaces, using a grow light can help maintain the pink colour.

Watering:

• Keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy: Allow the top 25 mm of soil to dry slightly before watering again. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
• Water less frequently in winter: During colder months, the plant grows slower and needs less water. Adjust your watering schedule accordingly.

Pruning:

• Regularly trim off any solid green stems: This encourages the growth of new pink and variegated leaves. Cut back to where the stem was last pink or variegated.
• Pinch back leggy growth: This helps maintain a bushier, more compact plant and promotes new pink leaf growth.

4. Does Callisia Repens like sun or shade?

Callisia repens, also known as the "Turtle Vine" or "Pink Bubbles" plant, prefers bright, indirect sunlight over full sun or shade.

5. Is Callisia pink Lady an indoor plant?

Callisia Pink Lady, also known as Callisia repens 'Pink Bubbles,' is a fantastic indoor plant. Its charming trailing habit, vibrant pink and green leaves, and low-maintenance nature make it a popular choice for home decor.

6. How long does pink lady last?

Callisia repens 'Pink Bubbles': This charming succulent plant, also known as Pink Lady, can live for many years if properly cared for. With good light, water, and occasional pruning, it can thrive and flourish for a long time. Some sources mention a lifespan of 10 years or even longer.

7. Is Pink Lady plant toxic?

Many reputable sources, including garden centers, plant care websites, and poison control centers, list Callisia repens and its cultivars (including Pink Lady) as non-toxic to humans and pets. This means that ingesting small amounts of the plant is unlikely to cause any harm.

8. Where is Callisia repens native to?

Callisia repens is native to a broad range of territories in the Americas, stretching from Southeast Texas in the northern reaches to Argentina in the south. Here's a breakdown of its native distribution:

• Core range: Central and South America, particularly Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, Brazil, and Argentina.
• Extended range: Southeast Texas and Florida in the United States, as well as the West Indies Islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique.