June and July are the ideal months to plant seedlings. Perhaps you have been wondering how to plant a tree in front of your house for a long time, or maybe you have always wished to have a rooftop garden. If you have such a desire, now is the time to start collecting seedlings and planting them. Remember, the monsoon and post-monsoon seasons are the best times to plant trees. During these seasons, there is enough light, air, and rain to ensure the proper growth of plants. Therefore, it is important to first collect quality seedlings before starting your garden.
When planting, it is crucial to select high-quality seedlings. To ensure this, consult with a professional nurseryman to gather the best seedlings. Look for seedlings with thick, short stems and well-balanced roots. Additionally, make sure the seedlings are at the proper age and free from diseases. It is also important to collect fresh and healthy seedlings. Always purchase seedlings from reliable government or private nurseries.
Determining the Right Location for Planting:
Planting high-quality seedlings in a location with poor light and air circulation often results in a poor yield. Therefore, selecting an appropriate planting site is just as crucial as selecting the saplings themselves.
It is recommended to avoid planting too many bushes on the south side of the house, so that the south wind can enter the building. Suitable seedlings for planting include betel nut, coconut, neem, cedar, papaya, guava, lemon, grapefruit, pomegranate, and henna.
On the other hand, medium and tall bushes should be planted on the east-west side of the house to ensure that the courtyard receives light in the morning and evening. Various trees can be planted in the area, including mango, lychee, date, pomegranate, banana, custard apple, wood apple, and guava.
However, it is important to plant large and tall trees on the north side of the property to prevent storms. Mango, jackfruit, black plum, starfruit, mahogany, Indian rosewood, teak, chebulic myrobalan, acacia auriculiformis, and bamboo are some of the trees that can be planted in this area.
Planting Method:
The best time to plant is either in the morning or afternoon. However, before planting, certain procedures should be followed. Prune any diseased or excess roots on the seedlings before planting. Select strong and straight seedlings that are ideal for planting. Carefully dispose of the polybag attached to the seedling to avoid breaking or crumbling the soil wheel at the base of the seedling. Cut any curly and crooked roots around the base of the seedling. Carefully place the seedling in the hole with the soil wheel at the base of the seedling. Keep the same part of the seedling that was in the soil bed under the soil during planting. Fill the space around the seedling with top fertile soil first, and then bottom soil. Compacting the surrounding soil well, leaving no voids. Secure the seedling with poles to prevent it from moving during storms or wind. Avoid planting seedlings at the beginning of the monsoon season, as rainwater releases a hot gas from the soil that can harm the fodder. It is best to plant seedlings a few days after the onset of the monsoon season. In any case, it is best to seek expert opinion.
