Cassia Javanica Pink Shower Flower Seeds

About Cassia Javanica Pink Shower Flower Seeds

Pink Shower Tree — in summer the whole tree is covered in pink blossom. For avenues and large gardens.

• Botanical name: Cassia javanica
• Care level: Easy
• Expected germination time: 15-30 days after hot-water scarification under suitable conditions*

How to Grow

1. Fill a seedling tray or small pot with a fine, clean, well-draining seed-starting mix.
2. Sow at the right depth — 1–2 cm. Soak the seeds in hot water for 24 hours before sowing — they have a hard coat..
3. Water gently with a spray bottle so the seeds are not displaced. Keep the medium moist, not waterlogged.
4. Place the tray where it gets the right light for this plant (full sun). Protect young seedlings from harsh afternoon sun.
5. Under suitable conditions, sprouts usually appear in 15-30 days after hot-water scarification.

Light, water, soil and feeding

• Light: Full sun
• Water: Regular water for the first 2 years; a mature tree needs little.
• Soil: Well-drained garden soil; it tolerates a wide range.
• Temperature: 20–40°C, suited to the Indian plains.
• Fertiliser: Yearly compost/FYM at start of monsoon

Sowing season in India

February-March or June-July with monsoon Exact timing depends on your local temperature and conditions.

Common problems

Poor germination without scarification, waterlogging damage

*Germination time is an expected range under suitable temperature, moisture, sowing depth and storage conditions. Natural germination cannot be guaranteed.