TAHLI – ਟਾਹਲੀ – शीशम (22 Seed)

Growing Shisham (Tahli) — also known as Indian Rosewood or Dalbergia sissoo — from seed is very doable, but it requires a few specific steps for good germination. Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to help you grow Shisham from seed.

🌳 HOW TO GROW SHISHAM (TAHLI) TREE FROM SEED

📦 WHAT YOU NEED:

• Fresh Shisham seeds (preferably harvested in the last 6 months)
• Bowl of warm water
• Small pots or seed trays
• Well-draining soil (sandy loam or garden mix with compost)
• Water spray bottle
• Sunlight or partial shade

🔁 STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:

1. Collect or Buy Fresh Seeds

• Seeds come in flat, brown pods; harvest when pods are mature and dry.
• Crack open the pods to collect the flat, brown seeds.

✅ Use seeds that are less than 6 months old for best germination.

2. Pre-Treatment: Soak the Seeds

• Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 12–24 hours.
• This softens the hard seed coat and speeds up germination.

⚠️ Don’t boil — just warm water. Change the water if it becomes cloudy.

3. Prepare the Soil

• Use a well-draining mix: 50% garden soil + 25% sand + 25% compost is ideal.
• Fill pots or trays with the moist soil mix.

4. Plant the Seeds

• Sow each seed about 1 to 1.5 cm (½ inch) deep.
• Cover lightly with soil and mist with water.

5. Create Warm Conditions

• Keep the pots in a warm, bright spot — around 25–35°C (77–95°F) is ideal.
• Avoid direct harsh sunlight until seedlings appear.

6. Watering

• Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
• Use a spray bottle or light watering to avoid washing the seeds away.

7. Germination

• Seeds usually germinate in 7–20 days, depending on temperature and freshness.
• You’ll see small sprouts with two rounded seed leaves at first.

8. Transplanting

• Once seedlings are 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) tall and have several leaves, transplant them into bigger pots or directly into the ground.
• Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil.

🌿 CARE AFTER GERMINATION:

⚠️ IMPORTANT TIPS:

• Avoid overwatering — Shisham roots can rot in soggy soil.
• Protect young plants from strong winds or grazing animals.
• Shisham grows best in tropical to subtropical climates.
• Can reach 15–20 meters (50–65 ft) in height when mature.

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