Gulmohar

HIGHLIGHTS

• Popularly used as  -Gulmohar , delonix regia or royal poinciana  fabaceae. ‘flamboyant’ or ‘flame’ tree.
• Flower -Red, Orange Red
• Edible – seemed to know that the tangy flower is edible
• Growth – Fast growth rate
• Uses – Gulmohar plant is used as the ornamental purposes

PLANTING & CARE

• Temperature – Prefers temperature below about 45F (7.2 C).
• Water – Newly planted– when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
• Light – More than 6 hours of direct bright sunlight a day.
• Fertilizer – During the main growing season (June-July) feed the plant with organic fertilizer.
• Pruning – Pruning should be used in the early years to create a stronger foundation since the branches tend to be weak.

SPECIFICATION

• Plant – Gulmohar
• Flower colour – any colour
• Height – 40 to 50 cm / 1.5 feet
• Pot size – 4 – 6 inches upper diameter
• Weight – 2-3 Kgs