10 Tips to Grow Cardamom Plant

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Sujata Singh

Fill a pot with loamy soil. Cardamom plants prefer sandy soil that drains quickly.

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Plant as many seeds as you want in the pot. Make sure to space them equally.

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After about 30-45 days, the cardamom plant should start sprouting a few leaves.

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Keep the soil moist until each seedling has at least two leaves. It can then be transported into a bigger space.

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Cardamom plants do not prefer direct light. Plant them in a shaded spot in your garden.

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Plant one seedling in one hole in yor chosen spot. You can also add a stake for support.

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The cardamom plant needs more water during the summer when they're growing the fruit.

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Choose an organic fertilizer with high phosphorous content to sprinkle on your plant.

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Grow the plants until they are about 6-10 feet in height.

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You'll be able to harvest the cardamom fruit in 2-3 years' time.

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