CATEGORY – Tree

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 6 to 10 inches
3.Watering – When the topsoil feels slightly dry
4.Sunlight – Full sun to light partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 25 to 30 feet (can be pruned to maintain shape)
3.Leaves Color – Glossy green, fern-like compound leaves
4.Flowers – Small, inconspicuous greenish-white clusters
5.Type – Outdoor, landscaping, roadside, garden feature
6.Feed – Organic compost every 2–3 months
7.Watering – Moderate; water when the top inch of soil dries
8.Soil – Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy soil
9.Sunlight – Thrives in full sun to light shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 65°F–100°F (18°C–38°C); prefers warm climates

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Select a location with ample space and sunlight.
2.Dig a hole twice the width of the net pot and same depth.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) in the center of the hole.
4.Backfill with soil and gently press to secure.
5.Water thoroughly and mulch to retain moisture.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Filicium decipiens
2.Common names: Fern Tree, Japanese Fern Tree, False Ashoka
3.Hindi: फ़र्न ट्री / सजावटी वृक्ष (Fern Tree / Sajāvaṭī Vṛkṣ)
4.Tamil: ஜப்பானிய ஃபெர்ன் மரம் (Jappāṉiya Fern Maram)
5.Telugu: ఫెర్న్ చెట్టు (Fern Cheṭṭu)
6.Kannada: ಫರ್ನ್ ಮರ (Fern Mara)
7.Marathi: फर्न झाड (Fern Jhāḍ)
8.Malayalam: ഫേൺ മരം (Fern Maram)