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 Basil ( Tulsi) Plant Care at Home

तुलसी पातु मां नित्यं सर्वापद्भ्योऽपि सर्वदा ।

कीर्तितापि स्मृता वापि पवित्रयति मानवम् ॥

May Tulsi protect me always from all misfortunes and calamities,

Even if it is just mentioned or remembered, Tulsi purifies a person.

Does Basil not grow? Tulsi frequently leaf fall? Is the basil wilting?

The following 7 solutions can surely solve your problems.

Every house has a Tulsi plant. Tulsi is considered a symbol of positive energy. Tulsi also has many medicinal properties. Tulsi leaves contain vitamins and minerals. It mainly contains citric, tartaric, and malic acids along with vitamin C, calcium, zinc, and iron. Which is beneficial for health. However, if the Tulsi plant is not properly cared for, it will wither. Take these steps if basil is wilting frequently or stunting its growth.

1. Use a container of suitable size and density for potting basil:

Buy pots for basil plants of suitable length and width. Small pots are usually provided when buying basil plants in the market. It is better to choose a 12-inch pot for basil. This gives enough space for the basil to grow.

2. Selection of fertile and fertile soil:

If the basil wilts frequently, the soil may be poor. Sometimes chemicals are also added to the soil. Thus the basil withers. Choose a well-drained soil for planting Tulsi plants. 50% Garden soil, 20% Sand, 10% Vermicompost, and 10% Organic manure.

3. Cuttings of basil leaves at least once a week:

If the basil plant does not look thick, keep cutting off the dead leaves. Along with this, if many branches are visible on the tree, they should also be cut. This results in uniform growth in both height and width and gives the tree a dense appearance.

4. Use organic fertilizers in proper quantity:

Regular application of organic fertilizers is essential for the proper growth of Tulsi. But whenever you add fertilizer, first thoroughly clean the plant soil and mix it in. After this, add fertilizer mixed with water and fill the pot completely with soil. However, do not add water for 2 to 3 days after that.

5. Supply of proper sunlight and freshwater:

Tulsi plant needs medium sunlight and moderate water. Choose a place where the sunlight will fall on the Tulsi plant from early morning to 12 noon. Basil does not need much sunlight. Add fresh and clean water once a day until the soil in the upper part of the pot is wet. Do not add water until the water comes out of the edge of the pot.

6. Protection of Tulsi Plant:

Small Birds and Rats grab Tulsi leaves and flower stalks to eat. As the Tulsi plant is fragile, its branches are damaged and the growth of the plant is stunted. In such a case, it should be protected from animals and birds.

7. Weeding of unsuitable unwanted plants:

Along with Tulsi, other small wrappers take root in the pot. Because of this, they limit the nutrient shoulder of Tulsi. Such unwanted plants should be uprooted when they are small. Also, other seeds, etc. should not be put in the Tulsi pot by mistake.

Frequently asked questions about growing Tulsi plants at home:

Q. How to grow basil plants?

A: To grow basil plants first you need to buy good-quality seeds. You can buy seeds online or from a nursery. Once you have purchased the seeds, plant them in good soil. Keep the soil moist and plant in full sun. After a few days, you will see that the plant has split leaves.

Q. How much sunlight does a basil plant need?

A: Tulsi needs 6-8 hours of sunlight. If you don't have direct sunlight, you can also place the plant in partial shade. However, the plant will not grow well if it does not get enough sunlight.

Q. How often to water the basil plant?

A: Water the basil plant before the soil dries up. Usually, you need to water 2-3 times a week. However, you will need to water the plant frequently during the summer.

Q. How to fertilize a basil plant?

A: Tulsi plant should be fertilized every month. You can use any good organic fertilizer. The fertilizer should be mixed with the soil and then watered.

Q. How to take care of the basil plant?

A: A few things to keep in mind to keep a basil plant healthy:

v     Water the plant regularly.

v     Give the plant good sunlight.

v     Fertilize the plant every month.

v     Protect the plant from pests and diseases.

v     Prune the tree periodically.

Taking care of these things will keep your basil healthy and beautiful. I think the above information is helpful to you.

Thank you!