Growing Information :

Key Attributes:

Product Name : Gliricidia Sepium Seeds (Madre De Cacao, Mexican Lilac)
Quantity : Available in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 seeds per pack
Mature Height : Typically grows to a height of 30 to 40 feet
Light Requirements : Full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements : Well-drained, moderately fertile soil with a pH of 5.5 to 7.5
Uses : Used as a shade tree, living fence, fodder crop, soil improvement, erosion control, and green manure

Product Details:

Germination Rate : High, ensuring reliable growth
Seed Freshness : New seeds, ensuring optimal germination
Origin : Sustainably sourced
Shelf Life : Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

Soak seeds in warm water for 12-24 hours before planting to soften the seed coat and enhance germination.

Sowing:

Sow seeds directly in the ground or in seedling trays filled with a well-draining seed-starting mix.
Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 6-8 inches apart if sowing directly in the ground.
If using seedling trays, transplant seedlings when they reach 6-8 inches in height.

Germination:

Seeds typically germinate within 10-15 days under optimal conditions.
Maintain a temperature of 70-85 °F (21-29 °C) during the germination period.
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Transplanting:

Transplant seedlings outdoors when they are 6-8 inches tall and the danger of frost has passed.
Space plants 10-15 feet apart to allow for proper growth and development.
Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil.

Care and Maintenance:

Watering: Water regularly during the first year of growth to establish a strong root system. Once established, Gliricidia Sepium is drought-tolerant.
Mulching: Apply mulch around the base of the plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
Pruning: Prune regularly to maintain desired shape and to encourage bushier growth. Pruning also promotes the production of fresh, tender leaves which can be used as fodder.