Planting
After ploughing the land, pits of about 40 x 40 x 40 cm size are taken and filled with topsoil and 15 kg well-rotten FYM.
Planting distance depends on the species and also on soil and environmental conditions.
| Species | Planting distance |
|---|---|
| J. sambac J.auriculatum J.grandiflorum |
1.2 x 1.2 m 1.8 x 1.8 m 2.0 x 1.5 m |
Planting is usually done during June-August.
Manuring
Each plant requires a fertilizer dose of 120 g N, 240 g P2O5 and 240 g K2O. The fertilizers are mixed together and applied in two split doses during January and July. This has to be supplemented with organic manures like neem cake, groundnut oil cake etc. at the rate of 100 g per plant per month.
Pruning
Pruning is essential and is done at a height of 45 cm from the ground level during mid December-January.
Weed control
Manual weeding is effective but expensive. Use of weedicides like paraquat is also practised. Mulching also reduces weed population.
Irrigation
Constant and adequate water supply during peak flowering season (March-October) is essential for high yield of flowers. After flowering is over, the water supply can be cut off. During summer, irrigate twice a week.