Cardamom, known as the queen of spices, not only adds aroma and flavor to our dishes, but it also has many medicinal properties. Although it’s a tropical plant, with a little knowledge and proper care, you can easily grow it in a pot at home.
If you also want to decorate your balcony or garden with this fragrant plant, then follow these easy steps.
1. Choose the right plant: Growing a cardamom plant from commercially available seeds is a difficult and time-consuming task. The easiest way is to purchase a small cardamom plant, or rhizome, from a reputable nursery. The rhizome is the root part from which new shoots emerge.
2. Prepare the pot: First, cover the hole in the pot with a stone or a broken piece of potting soil to prevent soil from spilling out. Now, fill the pot with the prepared soil.
3. Plant: Place the rhizome in the center of the pot. Make sure the top of the rhizome is slightly above the soil surface. Now, slowly fill in soil around it and press it down gently.
4. Consider watering and location: Water the plant immediately after planting. Add enough water so that it starts to flow out of the hole in the bottom of the pot. Now, place the pot in a place out of direct sunlight, such as a corner of a balcony or under a large tree.
5. Care Tips:
With a little effort and proper care, your cardamom plant will remain healthy and fill your home with a natural and pleasant aroma.
