Weeding

• One month after the planting

Trailing

• Trailing is essential to expose the leaves to sunlight.
• Trailing has to be done within 15 days after sprouting
• It is done by using coir rope attached to artificial supports in the open areas or to trees where they are raised as an intercrop.
• When grown in open areas, trail to a height of 3-4 m.
• Trail the vines properly as and when side shoots are produced.