Add a splash of dramatic red to your garden with the exotic Red Bleeding Heart Vine Live Plant 🌿. Scientifically known as Clerodendrum thomsoniae, this stunning climber is prized for its heart-shaped scarlet flowers that bloom from elegant white calyces, giving the appearance of “bleeding hearts.” This evergreen twining vine grows vigorously and is ideal for trellises, fences, railings, or balcony walls. It flowers abundantly in warm months and attracts pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. Whether you're designing a vertical garden or looking for a flowering creeper that truly stands out, this ornamental red vine is a visual masterpiece.
Type of Plant: Flowering creeper vine – Clerodendrum thomsoniae
Germination Time: Grows well when propagated via stem cuttings or layering
Hours of Sunlight Needed: 4 to 6 hours of indirect sunlight; partial shade preferred
Where to Grow: Outdoor gardens, balcony pots, railing planters, trellises
Growing Season: Spring to early winter (best flowering from April to November)
Seed/Planting Depth: Root ball or stem cutting should be planted 2–3 inches deep in soil
Ideal Climate: Warm tropical and subtropical climates
Bloom/Plant Height: Can grow up to 6 to 10 feet as a climber
Organic Fertilizer Requirements: Apply compost or organic bloom boosters monthly
Life Span: Perennial vine with long life under care
Ideal Growing Temperature: 20°C to 30°C
Blooming Time: Repeated blooms in warm months, heaviest during summer
Maintenance Requirements: Moderate – needs support, pruning, and regular watering
Watering Frequency: Twice a week; keep soil moist but well-drained
Ideal Grow Bag Size: Minimum 15 x 15 inches for best vertical support
In India, the Red Bleeding Heart Vine thrives best during spring to late monsoon. Regions with mild winters allow flowering nearly year-round. In hot tropical areas like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, or coastal Maharashtra, it blooms profusely from April to November. Flowering slows during extreme winters or prolonged dryness but resumes quickly with warmth and moisture.
Choose a large grow bag or ceramic pot (minimum 15 inches depth). Place the plant near a railing, wall, or garden arch to allow vertical climbing. Use well-draining loamy soil mixed with compost. Water regularly and ensure partial shade if placed in balconies. Support with a trellis or bamboo stick as it begins to climb.
Preparation: Choose a location with filtered sunlight. Prepare rich soil mixed with compost.
Sowing: Place plant root ball 2 inches deep or use stem cutting for propagation.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting. Keep the soil moist but avoid water stagnation.
Germination: Not seed-based. Grows through vegetative propagation.
Transplanting: Can be repotted once roots establish in about 1 month.
Sunlight: Requires bright, indirect sunlight or partial shade. Avoid direct harsh sunlight in peak summer.
Soil: Loamy, well-draining soil rich in organic matter.
Fertilization: Apply organic bloom booster or compost every 30–40 days during flowering season.
Pruning: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and promote fresh growth.
Support and Spacing: Needs vertical support to climb. Allow 1.5 feet between plants if planting multiple.
Pest Control: Monitor for aphids or spider mites; spray neem oil if needed.
Disease Prevention: Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Mulching: Apply dry leaves or cocopeat around base to retain moisture.
Harvesting: No fruiting; flowering continues seasonally.
1. Apply Nutrient-Rich Fertilizers
When your plants begin flowering, use nutrient-rich fertilizers like Organic Bone Meal Powder or Vermicompost. This helps in boosting the bloom and enhances overall yield.
2. Use Organic Fertilizers
Feed your plants with organic fertilizers such as Cow Dung Manure or Neem Cake. Organic options promote healthy soil life.
3. Regular Feeding
Apply fertilizers every 20-25 days to ensure plants receive a steady supply of nutrients. Choose from various options like Cocopeat Compost for moisture retention.
The Red Bleeding Heart Vine is named for its heart-shaped crimson flowers emerging from white bracts, making it one of the most dramatic flowering climbers for Indian gardens. Its cauliflorous blooming pattern enhances trellises, pergolas, or fences with cascading clusters of red-white blooms. It is fast-growing, drought-tolerant once established, and rarely affected by major pests. This plant offers a blend of ornamental beauty and easy maintenance, making it a favorite among urban and terrace gardeners. Its romantic look also makes it a choice for wedding or bridal décor themes in garden spaces.
Visual Appeal: Creates a lush, romantic aesthetic on fences and walls.
Attracts Pollinators: Loved by butterflies and bees.
Low Maintenance: Once established, it grows with minimal effort.
Air Purifying: Enhances air quality when grown in large numbers.
Ideal for Gifts: Aesthetic and rare flowering gift plant.
Decorative Use: Used in vertical gardens, arches, pergolas, and balconies.
Avoid overexposure to direct summer sunlight which may scorch leaves.
Ensure proper drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune regularly to control overgrowth and maintain flowering.
If growing indoors or in shade, flowering may reduce.
Do not allow the plant to tangle extensively; guide it using ropes or trellis.
Problem: Yellowing leaves
Solution: Check for water stagnation; shift to better-draining soil.
Problem: No flowering
Solution: Reduce nitrogen fertilizer; apply phosphorus-rich bloom booster.
Problem: Pest infestation
Solution: Spray neem oil solution or mild insecticidal soap.
Problem: Wilting or blackened stems
Solution: Reduce watering; treat with natural antifungal if root rot suspected.
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Q1: Can it grow in full sun?
A: It prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight for best blooms.
Q2: Is it suitable for terrace gardening?
A: Yes, provided it has support to climb.
Q3: Does it flower year-round?
A: Mainly from spring to autumn; occasional winter blooms in warm climates.
Q4: Is it fragrant?
A: No fragrance; visual appeal is the main feature.
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Naveen
Plant ka colour aur flowers dono vibrant hain.
Aarav
Beautiful packaging aur moisture maintain tha box me.
Gaurav
Soil me lagate hi plant easily adjust ho gaya.
Sanya
Red Bleeding Heart Vine plant fresh aur healthy condition me mila.
Kiran
Germination aur rooting dono perfect the.
Himani
Bahut unique aur attractive flowering vine hai.
Chirag
Bahut sundar red aur white flowers aaye, garden me look amazing hai.
Oviya
Delivery safe thi aur plant full green tha.
Varun
Quality packaging, no leaf damage at all.
Sneha
Plant ke leaves green aur strong the, growth fast start hua.