Propagation

• Layering and cutting are the main propagation methods.
• Better rooting of cuttings can be obtained by planting in coarse sand and also by using any of the rooting hormones like IBA (5000 ppm), IAA (1000 ppm) and NAA (5000 ppm).
• Simple and compound layering methods are followed during June-July to October-November.
• Layers will be ready for planting within 90-120 days.

Planting

• After ploughing the land, pits of about 40 cm x 40 cm x 40 cm size are taken and filled with topsoil and 15 kg well rotten FYM.
• Planting distance depends on the species as given in table below and also on soil and environmental conditions
• Planting is usually done during June - August.