CATEGORY- Shrub

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 6 to 10 inches
3.Watering – When the top inch of soil is dry
4.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 6 to 12 feet
3.Leaves Color – Glossy green
4.Flowers – Small, tubular white, strongly fragrant at night
5.Type – Ornamental flowering shrub
6.Feed – Compost or balanced fertilizer every 2 months
7.Watering – Moderate; regular watering during dry spells
8.Soil – Well-draining fertile soil, sandy or loamy
9.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 65°F–90°F (18°C–32°C); thrives in tropical and subtropical climates

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil.
2.Dig a hole twice the width and equal depth of the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) carefully into the hole.
4.Fill soil and firm gently around the base.
5.Water thoroughly and mulch to retain moisture.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Cestrum nocturnum
2.Common names: Night-blooming Jasmine, Raat ki Rani
3.Hindi: रात्रि रानी (Rātri Rānī)
4.Tamil: இரவுக் கமலா (Iravu Kamalā)
5.Telugu: రాత్రి రాణి (Rātri Rāṇi)
6.Kannada: ರಾತ್ರಿಕಮಲ (Rātrikamala)
7.Marathi: रात्रिचा राणी (Rātrichā Rāṇī)
8.Malayalam: രാത്രി രാജ്ഞി (Rātri Rājñi)