5 Ways to Revive a Dying Tulsi Plant in Winter

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Sujata Singh

The Tulsi plant is not only known for its medicinal properties but is also considered auspicious according to Hindu mythology.

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Here are some tips to revive the tulsi plant and keep it healthy and green in winter.

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Avoid over watering

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Use cow dung

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Add dry cow dung to the soil as it is a good fertiliser.

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Pluck the top leaves

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Keep plucking the top leaves of the tulsi plant to make it dense and leafy.

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Collect tulsi seeds

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Tulsi seeds are also called Manjari. You can use these seeds to grow the tulsi plant again.

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Use Epsom salt

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You can add Epsom salts to the tulsi plant to keep it green.

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