{"product_id":"cassia-javanica","title":"Cassia javanica","description":"\u003cp\u003e6 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"690\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"399\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"397\"\u003eBest Time to Sow (Gulf Region):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"690\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"536\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eSow seeds from \u003cstrong data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"441\"\u003eFebruary to April\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eSeptember to November\u003c\/strong\u003e, when daytime temperatures range between \u003cstrong data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"533\"\u003e20–30°C (68–86°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"690\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"690\"\u003eAvoid sowing during the peak summer months (May–August) when temperatures exceed 40°C, as young seedlings are sensitive to intense heat and dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eSeed Preparation (Scarification):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"827\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eCassia javanica seeds have a \u003cstrong data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"788\"\u003ehard outer coat\u003c\/strong\u003e that must be softened before sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"858\"\u003eTo improve germination:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eSoak seeds in \u003cstrong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"910\"\u003ewarm water (about 40–50°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"930\"\u003e12–24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e, or\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eLightly scratch or nick the seed coat with sandpaper before soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eAfter treatment, seeds should swell slightly, indicating they are ready to plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003ePlant seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003e1–2 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in moist, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eGently firm the soil over the seed and water lightly to settle it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003esandy-loamy, fertile, and well-draining soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eIdeal Gulf mix: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e40% sandy soil + 40% garden soil + 20% compost or organic matter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eEnsure excellent drainage to avoid root rot during humid or rainy periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eGermination temperature: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e25–30°C (77–86°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003eRequires \u003cstrong data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003efull sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e for strong, healthy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eIn very hot areas, provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003elight shade\u003c\/strong\u003e during the first few weeks to protect seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eSeeds typically germinate within \u003cstrong data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e10–20 days\u003c\/strong\u003e under warm, moist conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eTransplanting \u0026amp; Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eOnce seedlings reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003e15–20 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, transplant them into individual pots or directly into the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003eSpace trees \u003cstrong data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003e3–5 meters apart\u003c\/strong\u003e if planting in open areas or landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eChoose a sunny, wind-protected location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003eGrowing Tips for Gulf Climate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil slightly moist during the seedling stage; 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