Watering
Water deeply but not daily. Most saplings need water every 2–3 days in summer, once a week in winter. Check soil 2 inches down — water only if dry. Mulch to reduce evaporation in Bihar's peak summer.
Care Library
Plant Care Guide for Bihar's Climate
Watering, sunlight, soil, fertilizer, pruning and pest control — practical tips from our team at Choudhary Agro Nursery, Bachhwara (Begusarai).
The 6 Essentials of Plant Care
Sunlight
Fruit trees (mango, guava, lemon) need 6+ hours of direct sun. Flowering plants like Bougainvillea and Hibiscus need full sun. Indoor ornamentals prefer bright, indirect light near an east window.
Soil & Repotting
Use a 2:1:1 mix of garden soil, well-rotted compost and coarse sand for most plants. Repot every 12–18 months into a pot 2 inches larger. Ensure drainage holes at the base.
Pruning
Prune dead and crossing branches at the start of monsoon. For flowering shrubs, prune right after flowering. Sharp, clean tools reduce disease. Never remove more than 1/3 of the canopy at once.
Pest Control
For aphids and mealy bugs — neem oil spray (5 ml / 1 L water) every 7 days. For fungal spots — remove affected leaves and improve air flow. Prefer organic remedies before chemical pesticides.
Fertilizer
Feed once a month during growing season (March–October) with vermicompost or a balanced 10:10:10 NPK. Fruit plants benefit from potash boost before flowering. Never fertilize a dry plant.
Care by Plant Type
Fruit Plants (Mango, Guava, Lemon)
- Plant in a sunny, well-drained spot with at least 6 hours of sun.
- Water deeply once every 3–4 days for the first month, then weekly.
- Apply well-rotted cow manure at planting; NPK 10:10:10 quarterly.
- Support young saplings with a stake for the first year.
Flower Plants (Rose, Hibiscus, Bougainvillea)
- Full sun and light, sandy loam soil — avoid waterlogging.
- Deadhead spent blooms weekly to encourage new flowers.
- Feed with mustard-cake liquid once a fortnight in growing season.
- Prune Bougainvillea hard after each flowering flush.
Native & Avenue Trees (Neem, Peepal, Ashoka)
- Choose a spot at least 3 m from walls and drains.
- Dig a pit 60 × 60 × 60 cm; mix topsoil with compost before planting.
- Water daily for the first 15 days, then taper to twice a week.
- Loosen soil around the base every monsoon to help roots breathe.
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