Arjun Tree (Terminalia arjuna): How to Plant and Care for It in Jaipur
Terminalia arjuna
Arjun is a large native shade tree of India's riverbanks, valued in Ayurveda. It can grow well in Jaipur if planted in a moist, low-lying spot and watered for its first few years. Here is when and how to plant it, and what to watch for.
Planting methods
SaplingPrimary method
Dig a pit
Pit 60 cmMix compost into the dug-out soil
Set the plant at its nursery soil level
Firm the soil and shape a watering basin
Water it well
Seed
Pick fresh, healthy seed and prepare it
Sow at a shallow, even depth
Depth 2–3 cmCover lightly and keep the soil moist
Transplant the seedling once it is sturdy
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