Introduction:- Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L.) is ab important ornamental flowering shrub belonging to the family Malvaceace. It is commonly known as China rose, shoe flower, or Gudhal in Hindi. It is widely cultivated in gardens, parks, homes, and landscapes because of its large, attractive flowers and evergreen foliage. Hibiscus flowers are available in different colours, … Read more
Introduction: Lavender is an important aromatic and medicinal plant belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. It is widely cultivated for its fragrant flowers and essential oil, which are used in perfumes, cosmetics, aromatherapy, soaps, medicines and various personal-care products. Lavender is also popular as an ornamental plant because of its attractive purple, violet, pink or … Read more
Money plant is a popular ornamental foliage plant grown mainly for it’s attractive leaves, easy maintenance, and ability to grow under indoor as well as outdoor conditions. It is commonly called Money Plant, Devil’s I’ve, or Golden Pothos. Introduction: Money plant is a perennial, evergreen, climbing or trailing vine. It is one of the easiest … Read more
Introduction: Jasmine is a perennial, evergreen, fragrant flowering shrub grown for loose flowers, garlands, perfumes, essential oil, cosmetics, and religious use. It is one of the most important commercial flower crop in India. Botanical classification: Character Details Botanical name Jasminum sambac Family Oleaceae Genus Jasminum Chromosome number 2n = 26 Origin India & Southeast Asia … Read more
Rose preservation means maintaining the shape, colour, texture and beauty of rose flowers after harvest for a long period. It is useful for floral crafts, bouquet, wedding memories, decoration, herbarium work, research and commercial products. For roses, the preservation method should be selected according to the desired final product: natural-looking dried rose, pressed rose, soft … Read more
Introduction: Black pepper (Piper nigrum L.) is one of the most important spice crops of the world and is commonly known as the “King of Spices”. It belongs to the family Piperaceae. Taxonomy: Climate: Black pepper prefers a warm, humid tropical climate. Ideal conditions: Soil: Varieties: Important varieties Panniyur-1 is historically important and was the … Read more
Introduction: Raddish ( Raphanus sativus L. ) is an important root vegetable crop belonging to the family Cruciferaceae. It is a fast growing, cool season crop cultivated mainy for its fleshy, edible taproot, although it’s young leaves are also consumed. Raddish roots may be white, red, pink, purple or black depending on their variety. It … Read more
Introduction: Horticulture education is the systematic study and teaching of the science and the art of growing, managing, improving, harvesting and utilizing fruits, vegetables, flowers, ornamental plants, plantation crops, spices, medicinal and aromatic plants. It combines scientific knowledge with practical skills to improve crop productivity, quality, profitability, and sustainability. Horticulture is a branch of agricultural … Read more
Introduction: Low land refers to agricultural land situated in low- lying areas where water trends to accumulate due to poor drainage, high rainfall, or its position in the landscape. Such lands generally have higher soil moisture and may remain waterlogged for part of the growing season. Lowlands are commonly used for crops that can tolerate … Read more
Introduction: Agriculture extension is an educational and advisory service that helps farmers improve their knowledge, skill, and farming practices. It serves as a bridge between agricultural research institutions and farmers by transferring modern technologies, scientific innovations, and practical information to enhance agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods. The main goal of agriculture extension is to improve … Read more