Badam Tree

HIGHLIGHTS

• Popularly used as  –  Badam, Indian Almond
• Flower – White to pale green
• Edible – The fruit and seed are edible
• Growth – Fast growth rate
• Uses – The Almond tree provides deep shade and has become a beloved ornamental tree in tropical gardens, parks and along streets

PLANTING & CARE

• Temperature –  Prefers temperature hardy up to 4 degree C
• Water – Newly planted– Water the plant when 1-2 inch surface soil layer feels dry to touch.
• Light – More than 6 hours of direct bright sunlight is required.
• Fertilizer – Young plants need extra phosphorus to encourage good root development. Look for a fertilizer that has phosphorus.Trees need to be fertilized every few years.
• Pruning – Dig out an area for the tree that is about 3 or 4 times the diameter of the container or rootball and the same depth as the container or rootball.

SPECIFICATION

• Plant – Badam Tree
• Flower colour – White to pale green
• Height – 40 to 50 cm / 1.5 feet
• Pot size – 4 – 6 inches upper diameter
• Weight – 2-3 Kgs