Planting Life

Introduction: Neem Tree also known as an Azadirachta indica, fast-growing tree of the mahogany family. Neem is native to the Indian subcontinent. Neem Plant normally grows well in tropical regions. Neem Tree is valued as a medicinal plant and as a source of organic pesticides. In India, Neem is also known to be auspicious for the house. According to Vastu experts, planting a neem tree in the house garden brings peace and harmony to the residents and removes all the negativities and bitterness in relationships. Soil & Climate Requirement: Neem plant grows in all types of soil but it should be well-drained soil.  Good soil composition is a success of good growth of the plant. Soil mixture: 60% gardening soil, 20% cow manure, and 20% River sand. Neem Plant should be placed outdoor where it can receive good direct sunlight. The plant then will grow healthy. If the plant is young, avoid placing it in direct intense sunlight in summer. Fertilizer Requirement: One can provide organic ...

Introduction: Jade Plant is also known as “Crassula Ovata”, is a succulent plant that is native to African Continent. It is also known for bringing good luck and prosperity. This plant is easy to care for as it requires low maintenance, low light, and little water which is suitable for an indoor environment.  The Jade plant’s main attraction is the structure of its oval-shaped leaves, which gives a miniature look thus adding to one of the most attractive live home décor piece. Hence it got popularity among Indoor Houseplants. The jade plant's look is somewhat like a bonsai plant, which makes it an eye-catching wherever it is being placed. It also looks good when hanged in macramé planters. Due to their long lifespans, jade plants are being given as gifts that can last for a lifetime and from generation to generation. Soil & Climate: Jade plants grow best at room temperature of 65° to 75°F / 18° to 24°C, but prefer slightly cooler temperatures at night and in the winter to 55°F ...

Introduction: Tulsi or Holy Basil is also known as the ‘Queen of Herbs” and the ‘Elixir of Life”. Tulsi is a sacred plant in Hindu belief. Hindus regard it as an earthly manifestation of the goddess Tulsi; she is regarded as the avatar of Lakshmi, thus the god Vishnu consort. Many Hindus have Tulsi plants growing in front of or near their home, often in special pots or a special masonry structure Tulsi is a perennial in tropical and subtropical regions. Tulsi is mostly used as a medicinal herb for the treatment of numbers of diseases from headaches to cancer. Tulsi is known to purify the surrounding air. Types of Tulsi: Mostly there are 4 types of Tulsi Found in the Tropical region. Ram Tulsi : The leaves of this variety are light green in color and a little asymmetric. Krishna Tulsi : Also known as Shyam Tulsi, where Leaves and Stems are purple. This variety has more medicinal uses than Ram Tulsi. Van Tulsi : This variety of Tulsi usually grown in gardens, as it can get tall, bushy, a...

Introduction: The Nerve plant or Fittonia plant belongs to the  Acanthaceae family. Fittonia Plant which is widely found in tropical areas especially in rainforest region and native to tropical rainforest in South America, mainly Peru. Fittonia is one of the low maintenance plant in the houseplants category. There are different varieties of Fittonia plants. These plants are especially known for their highlighted vein look (nerves) of leaves which is a very eye-catching one thereby adds to a live décor piece. They are also known for colorful houseplants. There are different types of Fittonia plants; according to its different colour of leaves such as red, pink, green, they are been identified. Soil & Climate: It requires well-drained and moist soil but not too wet. Also, it requires high humidity levels. So one create it by misting the leaves at different intervals and also by using a pebble tray. Regards to fertilizer use, one can use cow manure or any brand of organic fertiliz...

Introduction: The scientific name of Mogra is Jasminum sambac. It belongs to the family Oleaceae. Although native to India, it is commonly known as Arabian Jasmine. It is the double flowering types that are known as Motiya or Mogra in India. Mogra is a highly fragrant flower that is prized. Mogra is the national plant of the Philippines and one of the three national plants of Indonesia. The floral aroma is used in China to scent jasmine teas. The plant begins to flower the second year onwards after planting. The flowers are harvested in the bud stage either in the evening or early in the morning by handpicking. Flower buds are used for garland making, adorning hair, worshipping, decoration, and extraction of perfume. Soil & Climate: Both soil and climate of an ecosystem are the important factors that determine about success or failure of Mogra plant. Mogra plant requires well-drained soil with plenty of organic fertilizer. Good soil composition is a success of better ...

Introduction: Money Plant also known as Golden Pothos/ Devil's Ivy or Devil's  Vine . It is called Devil’s Ivy or Devil Vine because it is almost impossible to kill and it stays green even when kept in the dark. Money Plants can easily be grown in pots, containers, indoors, outdoors, on the terrace, in the balcony or in the kitchen. Mostly in India, it is believed having Money Plant at home brings many benefits such as good luck, wealth, happiness and prosperity. It is sometimes mistakenly labelled as a Philodendron in plant stores. Soil & Climate: Money Plant can be easily grown in water or soil. Money Plant can also be grown with jellies in the pot. Jellies are capable to store water for a long time. Ideal soil mixture: 50% Gardening Soil, 40% Cocopeat and 10% Compost. Money Plant should be kept at room temperature at around 15’C to 24’C. This will give it the most optimum conditions to grow. Fertilizer: One can provide fertilizer to plant once a month while waterin...

I ntroduction: Spider Plant also known as “ Chlorophytum comosum ”, a tropical perennial plant that is native to tropical and Southern Africa. This plant is easy to grow at home as a houseplant in its variegated forms. Spider plant has gained importance due to the formation and appearance of its leaves. The graceful structure of its leaves makes this plant adjustable at any place and it looks lovelier if planted in hanging pots. This plant is the most demanding among plant lovers due to its easy care quality, gorgeous look and its nature of reducing indoor pollutants from the air. In addition to this, the Spider plant is similar in looks with Dracena Reflexa Plant and Pandanus Plant; but their origin, care and requirements are different from each other.   Soil & Climate: It should be planted in a composition of organic fertilizer or compost, sand and potting soil. However, the soil should be moist all the time but not too wet or too dry. The pot in which the plant is ...