Neem

HIGHLIGHTS

• Popularly used as  – Azadirachta indica, Nimtree, Indian Lilac, Neem
• Flower – white or pale yellow
• Edible – Fruit, Leaves, Flowers, Sap. Young bitter leaves of Neem are cooked and eaten in India
• Growth – Fast growth rate
• Uses – Neem kills cancer, supreme anti-microbial/anti-infection, removes calcification of all kinds, supreme skin healer, anti-dandruff, supreme oral care, blood cleanser, blood-sugar balancer, kills scabies

PLANTING & CARE

• Temperature – Prefers temperature 25 to 35 degree C
• Water – Newly planted– Before water poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.Water 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 preferably morning sunlight a day is ideal for plant to grow well and natural indirect bright light for the rest of the day.
• Fertilizer – During the main growing season (Feb-June) feed the plant with organic fertilizer
• Pruning – Make your cuts at a 45-degree angle, about 1/4 inch above a bud that is facing toward the outside of the plant.Use sharp shears or scissors to get a clean cut.

SPECIFICATION

• Plant – Neem
• Flower colour – white or pale yellow
• Height – 40 to 50 cm / 1.5 feet
• Pot size – 4 – 6 inches upper diameter
• Weight – 2-3 Kgs