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 dry
4.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 10 to 15 feet
3.Leaves Color – Dull green, rough-textured
4.Flowers – White with orange center, fragrant, blooms at night
5.Type – Outdoor ornamental, religious, fragrant garden plant
6.Feed – Organic compost every 4–6 weeks during growing season
7.Watering – Moderate, do not let soil remain soggy
8.Soil – Well-draining, loamy to sandy soil
9.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 60°F–90°F (15°C–32°C)

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose a sunny spot with good drainage.
2.Dig a hole double the size of the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) at the center.
4.Backfill with soil and press lightly for support.
5.Water deeply after planting and keep soil moist until established.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Nyctanthes arbortristis
2.Common names: Night-flowering Jasmine, Parijat, Coral Jasmine
3.Hindi: पारिजात (Parijat)
4.Tamil: பகல்நிலவு (Pakalnilavu)
5.Telugu: పార్థిసమంత (Parthisamantha)
6.Kannada: ಪಾರಿಜಾತ (Pārijāta)
7.Marathi: पारिजातक (Pārijātak)
8.Malayalam: പാരിജാതകം (Pārijātakam)