A Detailed Guide to Tuberose Farming in India

Tuberose is a popular flower known for its pleasant fragrance and beauty. This flower is commonly cultivated by perfume manufacturers as well as used as an ornament. Tuberose flowers tend to last quite long and, thereby are very in use in gardens as well as flower arrangements. Let’s learn how to grow tuberose in simple steps.

Steps to Cultivate Tuberose:

If one wishes to cultivate these flowers, one should follow the below mentioned steps carefully. Without following these steps, one can not grow tuberose properly.

Climate for Tuberose Farming

Tuberose grows well in warm and tropical climates. It needs plenty of sunshine to grow properly. The best temperature for tuberose is between 20°C to 30°C. It does not do well in very cold weather. So, it is better to plant tuberose in places where the climate stays warm throughout the year.

Soil for Tuberose Farming

The right soil is very important for growing healthy tuberose flowers. Tuberose grows best in well-drained soil, which means the water should not collect and stay in the soil. It prefers sandy loam soil because it allows water to drain easily. 

Soil Preparation

Before planting tuberose, you need to prepare the soil. First, you must plough the field 2-3 times to make the soil loose. This helps the roots to grow well. Then, remove all the weeds and stones from the field. You can also mix organic manure like compost or cow dung in the soil. This will make the soil rich in nutrients. For tuberose farming, you should also add a small amount of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium fertilizers to the soil.

Use a reliable tractor like the Mahindra Tractor 475 to prepare the soil. This strong tractor can make the process easier. One can use this tractor to plough, level, or create ridges to plant tuberose bulbs.

Tuberose Bulb Planting

Tuberose grows from bulbs, not seeds. One should select healthy and disease-free bulbs for planting. The best time to plant tuberose bulbs is during the spring season when the temperature is warm. You can plant the bulbs 5-6 cm deep in the soil with a spacing of 25-30 cm between each bulb. 

Irrigation for Tuberose

Tuberose farming needs regular watering for good growth. After planting the bulbs, you should water the field immediately. During the growing period, make sure to water the plants regularly, especially in the summer months. However, avoid overwatering because tuberose plants do not like waterlogged soil.

You should water the field every 7-10 days during the dry season. In the rainy season, you don’t need to water as often. Just make sure that the soil stays moist but not too wet.

Fertilizers for Tuberose

To get good-quality flowers, it is important to provide the right fertilizers to the tuberose plants. After 4-5 weeks of planting, you can apply nitrogen-rich fertilizers to promote the growth of leaves and stems. Organic fertilizers like compost could be added to the soil to enhance the health of the soil.

Weeding of Tuberose Plant: 

Weeding is an important step in tuberose farming. Weeds compete with the tuberose plants. So, you must remove the weeds regularly. You can do this by hand or use a hoe. Also, loosen the soil around the plants by hoeing to allow air to reach the roots.

Disease and Pest Management

Tuberose plants can be affected by various pests and diseases. The common pests that occur are aphids, whiteflies, and thrips. They suck the juice from the plants and can weaken them. The control measures for such pests are the application of neem oil or mild insecticides.

Tuberose farming also suffers from a set of diseases: like leaf spots and root rot. Leaf spot causes dark spots on the leaves, while root rot affects the roots due to waterlogging. ​If one can maintain a clean field, use disease-free bulbs, and prevent overwatering, these problems can be avoided.

Flowering and Harvesting

Tuberose flowers start blooming 3-4 months after planting. The flowers bloom during the evening and have a very sweet fragrance. You can start harvesting the flowers when they are half-open. This will ensure that the flowers last longer after harvesting.

When harvesting tuberose flowers, you should cut the flower stalks with a sharp knife or pruning tool. They should be cut early in the morning or late in the evening when it’s cool. You can harvest tuberose flowers every 2-3 days during the blooming season.

For easy and efficient harvesting, you can use the Mahindra Tractor 575. This tractor is very useful in the transportation of the flowers harvested to the market or storage area. It is strong and can handle the load easily.

Post-Harvest Handling

After harvesting, you should handle the flowers carefully to avoid any damage. Tractors, such as those from Mahindra, Swaraj or Sonalika Tractor, play a crucial role in the post-harvesting process by transporting harvested flowers efficiently from the field to storage or market locations. You can store the flowers in cool and humid conditions to keep them fresh for a longer time. Tuberose flowers can stay fresh for about a week if stored properly.

If you want to sell the flowers in the market, make sure to pack them in clean and cool boxes. This will keep the flowers fresh until they reach the buyers.

The Final Words:

Tuberose farming is a rewarding venture for farmers who want to grow beautiful and fragrant flowers. By following the right farming practices, you can grow healthy tuberose plants that will give you high-quality flowers. Using the right tools can make the work easier and more efficient.