CATEGORY – Seasonal

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 4 to 6 inches
3.Watering – Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings
4.Sunlight – Full sunlight

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Very easy
2.Full Plant Height – 1 to 2 feet
3.Leaves Color – Glossy dark green, oval-shaped
4.Flowers – Five-petaled, flat flowers in pink, purple, red, or white
5.Type – Outdoor seasonal flowering plant
6.Feed – Balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during growing season
7.Watering – Moderate; prefers dry to slightly moist soil
8.Soil – Well-draining sandy or loamy soil
9.Sunlight – Needs full sun for best flowering
10.Suitable Temperature – 70°F–100°F (21°C–38°C); thrives in hot climates

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose a sunny location with good drainage.
2.Dig a small hole to fit the net pot.
3.Plant the sapling with the net pot directly into the hole.
4.Fill in the soil and firm around the base.
5.Water thoroughly and avoid overwatering.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Vinca spp.
2.Common names: Periwinkle, Sadabahar, Madagascar Periwinkle
3.Hindi: सदाबहार (Sadabahar)
4.Tamil: நித்திய கல்யாணி (Niththiya Kalyāṇi)
5.Telugu: నిత్యపుష్ప (Nityapuṣpa)
6.Kannada: ನಿತ್ಯಪೂಷ್ಪ (Nityapooṣpa)
7.Marathi: सदाफुली (Sadāphulī)
8.Malayalam: സദാഭാര (Sadābhāra)