Butterfly Pea Plant

“Clitoria ternatea”

POT SIZE: 1L

BENEFITS

Butterfly Pea flower has also been shown to be excellent at stabilising blood sugar levels through its ability to inhibit glucose intake. Possesses anti cancer properties. Helps Keep skin & hair glowing & healthy, Can treat urinary problems and may Improve eyesight & night vision

GROWING CONDITIONS

Season: Summer - Late Autumn - Perennial

Soil: Sandy and well draining

Watering: Keep moist

Position: Full Sun/Part Shade

Fertilizing: Light Compost, Liquid feed

Use: Harvest the blue pea flowers and drink as tea. Turns water blue!

Growing tips: Keep it moist while it's growing, but don't overwater. Once it's established, it becomes drought tolerant. As a legume, its nitrogen fixing capabilities means it needs little fertiliser. Butterfly pea flowers grow in nearly any type of soil, including nutrient-poor, but sandy, acidic soil is preferable.