Cashew (Anacardium occidentale), popularly known as Kaju, is a tropical evergreen tree widely grown for its delicious and nutritious nuts. Cashew trees not only yield edible nuts but are also appreciated for their shade and ornamental value. With proper care and a warm climate, you can grow your cashew tree right from seed!
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Cashew trees are easy to grow with some basic care, but they require warm climates, ample sunlight, and space to spread. Soak cashew seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours before Sowing. A cashew tree typically takes 3 to 5 years to begin producing nuts, so growing cashew requires patience and consistent care.
📝 About This Item
- 🔢 Number of Cashew (Kaju ke Beej) Seeds: 10 Seeds
- 🌿 Where to Grow: Open ground, large containers, backyard garden, or farm
- 📅 Growing Season: Spring and Summer (Best: February to June)
- 🌱 Sowing Depth: 3-4 cm
- 🌡️ Germination Temperature: 25°C to 35°C
- ⏳ Germination Time: 10 to 20 days
- 🌳 Harvest Time: Starts fruiting in 3–5 years
- 🌿 Plant Vigor: Strong, deep-rooted perennial tree
- 🧺 Yield: Up to 20–30 kg nuts/tree annually (when mature)
🌿 How To Grow a Cashew Tree From Seeds
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Soak the Seeds: Before sowing, soak cashew seeds in warm water for 12–24 hours to enhance germination.
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Prepare the Soil: Use sandy-loamy, well-drained soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.
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Sow the Seeds: Sow the seeds 3–4 cm deep in pots or directly in the ground.
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Watering: Keep the soil slightly moist. Avoid overwatering, especially during the germination period.
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Sunlight: Place in full sunlight. Cashew trees require 6–8 hours of sunlight daily.
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Transplanting: If sown in pots, transplant the seedlings once they reach 20–25 cm in height to a larger area.
🌾 Cashew Tree Care Tips
- ☀️ Sunlight: Full sun exposure (6–8 hours daily)
- 💧 Watering: Water deeply but occasionally; avoid waterlogging
- 🌱 Soil: Well-drained, sandy-loam soil
- 🌡️ Temperature: Thrives best at 25–35°C
- 🐛 Pests/Diseases: Watch out for tea mosquito bugs and stem borers. Use neem oil spray as a preventive.
🌟 Cashew Tree Special Features
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🌿 Common Name: Cashew, Kaju (काजू)
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🔬 Botanical Name: Anacardium occidentale
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🌳 Plant Height: Up to 6–12 meters when fully grown
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🌸 Flower Color: Yellowish-pink
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🍎 Fruit Type: Nut (Cashew) and accessory fruit (Cashew Apple)
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🕰️ Lifespan: 25–30 years
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⚙️ Growing Difficulty Level: Moderate (needs proper care, warm climate, and open space)
