Juhi

Juhi Care Guide: Fragrant Beauty for Your Garden

Juhi, also known as Indian Jasmine, is a stunning climbing bushy plant with ovate dark green leaves and powdery satin white flowers. Belonging to the Oleaceae family, it’s prized for its beauty and fragrance.

Specifications:

• Common Names: Jasmine Molle, Indian Jasmine, Juhi.
• Maximum Height: Up to 9 meters.
• Bloom Time: June to Aug
• Difficulty Level: Easy.

Planting and Care:

• Sunlight: 3-6 hrs of sunlight ideal; can thrive in natural bright light.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile, rich in organic content.
• Watering: Water when top 1-2 inches of soil is dry; avoid overwatering.
• Fertilizer: Feed with organic fertilizer monthly during the main growing season.
• Plant Protection: Remove dead or infected parts; use Neem, Eucalyptus, or Citrus oil for pests.

Juhi Care Tips:

1. Initial Care (1-2 weeks):
   • Place in natural indirect bright light.
   • Check soil moisture before watering.
   • Avoid repotting for the first 2 weeks.
2. Regular Care:
   • Sunlight: 3-6 hrs direct sunlight, bright light for the rest.
   • Watering: Avoid overwatering to prevent diseases.
   • Soil: Well-draining and fertile.
   • Temperature: 18 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Special Features:

• Fragrant flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Juhi Uses:

• Ideal for ornamental purposes with fragrant flowers.
• Flowers used for garlands, bouquets, and religious offerings.
• Used in perfumed hair oils and attar production.

Medicinal:

• Oil used in soap and cosmetic industry.