Green World REETHA /SOAPNUT SEEDS / ARITHA KE BEEJ FOR GARDENING & FARMING 100 SEEDS Seed  (100 per packet)

The soap nuts are valued for their berries that have saponin compound, and thanks to its cleansing properties, they are extensively used in soaps, shampoos, and detergents. There are different types of soap nuts, but in India, the most famous one is Sapindus mukorossi.Botanical Name: Sapindus mukorossi Other Names: Soapnuts, Soapberries, Soap Nut Shells, Wash Nuts, Reetha, Aritha, Dodan, Doadni . How to Grow Soap Nuts : Loosen the outer coating of the seeds by rubbing them against sandpaper or any gritty material like a concrete wall. Soak the seeds overnight in lukewarm water to ensure better germination. Now, fill a pot with a potting mix and plant the seeds an inch deep. Keep the plant in the bright but indirect sunlight and water regularly. The seeds will germinate in 30-60 days; as the new shoots start appearing, you can re-pot them in a bigger container. Transplanting : Choose a sunny spot in your garden and amend the soil using manure. Now, dig a hole and plant the seedling along with the rootball. It will take 8-9 years for the tree to bear the berries, so you have to be patient! Note: To get down the time, you can get a 2-3 feet plant from a nursery. Growing Requirements for Soap Nuts Sunlight The tree appreciates full sun to dappled sunlight for optimal growth. But, the saplings should be kept in bright but indirect sunlight initially.Water The plant belongs to the subtropical climates, hence prefers slightly moist soil. Once the tree gets mature, it’ll care of its watering needs on its own. Soil Though it can grow in any soil ranging from clay to loamy, the plant prefers a well-draining, deep and moist soil. You should use a potting mix for starting the seeds or DIY it by mixing equal parts of perlite and peat moss. Soap Nuts Care Fertilizer You can fertilize the plant in the growth years using a balanced fertilizer or cow dung manure. For dosage, check the instructions on the label.