{"product_id":"hojlands-kaffetrae-coffea-arabica-himalaya-fro-10-stk","title":"Highland Coffee Tree (Coffea arabica \"Himalaya\") | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCoffea arabica\u003c\/em\u003e \"Himalaya\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coffee plant, Arabica coffee, highland coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arabica coffee plant, coffee tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Aromatic coffee plant from the highlands\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"712\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"413\"\u003eCoffea arabica\u003c\/em\u003e is the best-known and most widely cultivated coffee species in the world, accounting for the majority of global coffee production. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"539\"\u003e‘Himalaya’\u003c\/strong\u003e variant refers to plants grown in or originating from highland areas, where cooler temperatures and high humidity result in slower growth and often more aromatic beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eThe plant develops as an evergreen shrub or a small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and a dense, elegant growth habit. During the flowering period, small white flowers with an intense, jasmine-like scent are produced. After pollination, the well-known red coffee berries develop, which contain the two seeds – the coffee beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eCoffea arabica\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003ebright location with light shade\u003c\/strong\u003e, as in nature it often grows under the protection of taller trees. It prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003ehumus-rich, well-drained, and slightly acidic soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eeven watering during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003ehigh humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003estable temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eThe plant is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003enot frost-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e and is grown in Denmark as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eindoor or container plant\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can be kept outdoors in the summer months in a sheltered spot, but must be overwintered in a bright, frost-free location. The temperature should ideally be kept above \u003cstrong data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003e12–15 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eGrowing from seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003eCoffee seeds lose their viability quickly and should be sown \u003cstrong data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eas fresh as possible\u003c\/strong\u003e. For best results, we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003esoaking the seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003esowing in a light, humus-rich, and well-drained soil mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003ea temperature of 22–28 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003ekeeping the soil evenly moist, but not wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003eGermination typically occurs after \u003cstrong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003e4–8 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e, but can take longer. Young plants grow slowly at first and gradually develop the characteristic bushy shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p37amy\" data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eCoffea arabica\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the world's most important commercial crops and the source of classic coffee. In home cultivation, the plant is particularly interesting as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003eornamental and collector's plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the glossy foliage, fragrant flowers, and decorative red berries make it a highly attractive houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eAlthough seedlings rarely reach full coffee production in pots, it is a fascinating experience to grow a real coffee plant entirely from seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003eCoffea arabica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Himalaya’ is an obvious choice for plant enthusiasts who wish to grow a classic and historically important utility plant from seed – an elegant tropical shrub with both botanical and cultural significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2710\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003ca title='Dwarf Coffee Tree (Coffea arabica \"Caturra\") | seeds' href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kaffetrae-coffea-arabica-caturra-fro-10-stk?\"\u003e- Also available in a dwarf version\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kaffetrae-coffea-arabica-fro-10-stk?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=kaffe\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" title=\"Coffee Tree Seeds (Coffea arabica)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54712355455244,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Coffeaarabica_Himalaya.jpg?v=1773158393","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/hojlands-kaffetrae-coffea-arabica-himalaya-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}