{"product_id":"cotton-tree-live-starter-plant-ceiba-pentandra-4-8-inch-rooted-plant","title":"Cotton Tree Live Starter Plant – Ceiba pentandra – 4–8 Inch Rooted Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow your own cotton tree with this live Ceiba pentandra starter plant, an unusual tropical perennial known for its bright yellow flowers and cotton-like seed fibers. In warm conditions, this distinctive plant can flower through much of the year and develop seed pods containing soft, fluffy fibers when mature. Originally observed growing near the ocean on Kauai, this variety is described as tolerant of salty coastal air, making it an interesting option for suitable coastal gardens. With enough space and favorable conditions, it can grow into a small ornamental tree with an attractive tropical appearance. Each plant is grown without pesticides or chemical treatments in Central Florida and arrives as a live, rooted starter plug approximately 4–8 inches tall. Plant size and fullness may vary naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ 1 live, rooted Cotton Tree starter plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Botanical name: Ceiba pentandra\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Approximately 4–8 inches tall\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Young starter plug plant ready for transplanting\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Grown without pesticides or chemical treatments\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Plant size and fullness may vary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Name: Cotton Tree\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Ceiba pentandra\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Tropical perennial tree\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Live rooted starter plug\u003cbr\u003eFlower Color: Bright yellow\u003cbr\u003eFiber Production: Cotton-like fibers develop inside mature seed pods\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Keep evenly moist while establishing; water when the topsoil dries after the plant is established\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 10–12 feet in a protected growing location, according to the seller\u003cbr\u003eMature Width: Approximately 8 feet in a protected growing location, according to the seller\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Varies with climate and growing conditions\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 9–11\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Can be grown in a large container while young\u003cbr\u003eSalt Tolerance: Tolerates salty coastal air\u003cbr\u003eBlooming Season: Potentially much of the year in warm conditions\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Care: Protect young plants from frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Care Tip: Plant your Cotton Tree in a sunny location with well-draining soil, and keep the soil evenly moist while its roots establish. Protect young plants from cold temperatures and frost. Allow enough room for the tree to grow, and harvest mature seed pods only when they open and the cotton-like fibers are dry and fluffy. Note that Ceiba pentandra can grow much larger in tropical environments than the compact size described for protected growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GreenFoodForest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67965573628225,"sku":null,"price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/Salinandari_9.52-2026-10-21T133638.123.jpg?v=1792564614","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/cotton-tree-live-starter-plant-ceiba-pentandra-4-8-inch-rooted-plant","provider":"Faith Folk Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}