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Sandalwood
आजची वनस्पती

Santalum album

SandalwoodEvergreen

Sandalwood (Santalum album) is a tree belonging to the Santalaceae family, native to India. Known for its fragrant blooms. An excellent air purifier.

FamilySantalaceae
GenusSantalum
NativeIndia
LifespanBiennial

Watering Guide

2-3 times per week

How Often to Water?

Water your Sandalwood based on the season, climate and pot size.

SpringMedium

Every 2-3 days

Increase as growth resumes
SummerHeavy

Every 2-3 days

Morning watering preferred
MonsoonLight

When top inch dry

Let rain handle most needs
WinterLight

Once a week

Reduce; plant is semi-dormant
Always check top 1-2 inches of soil before wateringLearn more

How Much Water?

2-3 times per week

  • Seedling: Mist daily; keep soil moist not soggy - Use spray bottle; avoid displacing seeds
  • Juvenile: Water every 2-3 days - Establish deep root system with thorough soaking
  • Mature: 2-3 times per week - Soak until water drains from bottom
  • Flowering: Increase slightly during bloom - Consistent moisture prevents bud drop
Watering Indicator

Always check top 1-2 inches of soil before watering

Watering Methods & Tips

Methods and reminders from this plant's watering guide.

Bottom wateringArrow Up

Place pot in tray of water for 20 min; soil wicks moisture up.

Top wateringArrow Down

Pour water slowly at soil surface until it drains from bottom.

Tips

iAlways check top 1-2 inches of soil before watering

iUse room temperature water

iWater at the base, not on leaves

Watering by Pot Type

Pot-specific adjustments from this plant's watering guide.

TerracottaWater more often (+1-2 days/week); dries fast - Best for overwater-prone plants
PlasticWater less often; retains moisture longer - Check before watering; can trap excess
CeramicModerate; depends on glaze - Glazed retains more than unglazed
Hanging BasketDries fastest; check daily in hot weather
GroundLess frequent once established; deep root access - Mulch heavily to conserve moisture