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Fenugreek - Vegetable gardening at home

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How to plant Fenugreek: Sow seeds ¼ inches deep in a good potting mix or soil in the desired spot or container Leave 2 inches of space for each plant while sowing seeds. They’ll sprout quickly, and you’ll see seedlings just within 2-5 days Do regular watering to keep the soil slightly moist. Maintain constant moisture level in the soil Care not to over-water the fenugreek plant and avoid waterlogged soil.

Chilli - Vegetable gardening at home

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How to plant Chilli seeds: For a healthy crop, fill your container with loose soil mixed with rich compost. Chilli seeds should be soaked in water as it increases the chances of them germinating. You can also use a damp paper towel to germinate them. Chillies flourish inconsistent temperature so make sure they don’t get more than 8 hrs . of sun, as it will dry the seedlings up real fast Grain and protein supplements bring a lot of nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium onto the farm

Zucchini planting in the Terrace Garden - Home Gardening in Chennai

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How to plant Zucchini at home: Zucchini plants can be grown from young plants or seeds When starting with seeds, they should be sown directly in the garden When the soil has warmed up in your planting beds, plant seeds one-half inch deep, 3 to 4 inches apart, in rows that are 2 to 3 feet apart. Thin plants so that they are spaced 6 to 8 inches apart once they are 4 to 5 inches tall. Once seedlings are a few inches tall, trim two off at the soil line, leaving only the strongest looking plant to grow.

Super Napier - Organic Farming in Tamil Nadu

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Super Napier grass after 75 days of planting: Organic Farming in Ariyalur , Tamil Nadu

Brinjal - Vegetable gardening at home

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How to plant Brinjal seeds: Brinjal grows best in a well-drained sandy loam or loam soil, fairly high in organic matter Sow brinjal seeds in cell packs or small pots, 1/4 inch deep. Water them well, cover loosely with a plastic bag to retain moisture, and place them in a warm spot Do not plant brinjal transplants into the garden until after the last threat of frost. For bigger fruits , restrict to five or six per plant. Pinch out the terminal growing points for a bushier plant If growing in containers, stake the stems before the fruit forms.

HOW TO GROW TOMATOES AT HOME

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How to grow Tomato plants : Fill seed pots with a good-quality potting mixture that normally contains soil, peat moss, compost , vermiculite, perlite, and sand. It holds moisture but doesn't get soggy.  Be sure that the pots have drainage holes. Water the mix before planting. Remove the seeds from a ripe Tomato  and chop them into slices and remove the  tomatoes   seeds. Plant 3-4 seeds in each small pot. Dont crowd tomato seedlings Keep the seed pots in the area, let it sit in a warm spot out of direct sun for about a week for germination. Check the pots daily for sprouts. Place the pots to get about three hours of partial sun.

HOW TO GROW CHILLIES AT HOME:

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How to plant Chillies : For a healthy crop, fill your container with loose soil mixed with rich compost . The Chilli plants seeds should be soaked in water as it increases the chances of them germinating. You can also use a damp paper towel to germinate them. Chilies flourish inconsistent temperature so make sure they don’t get more than 8 hrs. of sun, as it will dry the seedlings up real fast

Coconut - Organic Farming in Tamil Nadu

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About Coconut farming Coconut trees are lovely plants that produce tasty fruit. They grow naturally in t ropical climates , but you can also plant one at home. It’s an easy process that will produce a charming addition to any yard or home. The coconut palm grows well in a equatorial climate. The long spells of hot and dry weather, severe winters and extremes of temperatures are not favorable for coconut growing . However, it thrives well upto 1000 m above the sea level The well distributed rainfall ranging from 100 to 300 cm is favorable.
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High Density Guava Plantation in Tamil Nadu Guava is mostly grown under rain fed condition.  During winter season , irrigation is provided at an interval of 20-25 days During summer months it is provided at an interval of 10-15 days by the ring method. Drip irrigation has proved to be very beneficial for guava. About 60% of the water used for irrigation is saved.   Besides substantial increase in size and number of fruits is observed. Guavas prefer regular deep root watering, allow the soil to dry out somewhat between waterings. Provide regular water during the growing season, and reduce watering during the winter. Apply water at the base of the tree, avoiding its foliage getting wet to prevent fungal disease. The older branches of the guava tree produce larger size guava fruit. So to promote branch growth, the tree must receive regular water

Super Napier grass farming in Ariyalur, Tamilnadu, India

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SUPER NAPIER FARMING: Super Napier can yield 180 to 200 tonnes per acre per year Its leaf length are 6 - 8 cm broad. They grow up to a high height 12 feet to 15 feet Super Napier has high crisp leaves . They have high leaf stem rate The cuttings are planted flat in the furrows , 70 centimeters (cm) apart, and covered with soil one to two inches thick. After planting, irrigate to enhance germination. 5 to 10 tons of organic fertilizer is recommended per hectare Super Napier can be harvested eight times a year First harvest can be done after 75 days Subsequent harvest can be done after every 45 days 45 days old chopped or shredded plant is suitable for pig, horse, chicken, rabbits and ducks 45-55 days old well grown plant is good for cows, beef cattle and goats https://www.rehobothorganicfarms.com/