How I Care My Tulsi Plant: 7 Easy Tips For Healthy Bushy Green Tulsi Plant
7 Easy Tips For Healthy Bushy Green Tulsi Plant
In my garden, I really love my Tulsi plant. Tulsi is more than just a plant—it’s a symbol of purity, health, and natural healing. Growing a healthy Tulsi plant at home is not only rewarding but deeply fulfilling, especially when you understand how to care for it with love and attention.
In my own experience, Tulsi has proven to be a generous and resilient plant. With just a little regular care, it transforms into a beautiful, bushy, and aromatic presence in the garden. Here’s how I take care of my Tulsi plant and how you can do the same!
7 Easy Tips For Healthy Bushy Green Tulsi Plant
🌿Tip 1. The Magic of Weekly Pruning & Pinching
Every week, I gently prune the tops of the Tulsi plants. This practice helps encourage branching and fuller growth before the plant starts producing flowers or seeds.
Tulsi belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae), which means it naturally grows in pairs—each branch with two leaves at the same point. When we pinch off the top growing tip or central flower stalk, the two side shoots begin to grow vigorously. This results in exponential growth, making the plant bushier and more productive.
Not only does this method give us a healthier plant, but it also provides us with more leaves to harvest for herbal teas and natural remedies.
Tip 2: Choose the Right Pot Size
Start by planting your Tulsi in a 10- or 12-inch clay pot.
- A pot that’s too small restricts root growth and causes the plant to dry out or remain weak. A spacious pot helps support a more vigorous, healthier Tulsi plant.
Tip 3: Remove Flower Buds (Manjaris)
Tulsi naturally wants to bloom, but allowing it to flower too early can reduce leaf production.
- Keep removing the flower buds as they appear to delay blooming and keep your plant leafy and green.
Did You Know?
Regular removal of Manjaris helps your Tulsi grow healthier and bushier over time!
Tip 4: Keep the Soil Loose and Well-Aerated
Tulsi thrives in loose, well-drained soil. Avoid compact or hard soil, which can stunt growth.
- Gently loosen the topsoil every couple of weeks to allow air and water to penetrate better.
Tip 5: Find the Perfect Sunny Spot
Tulsi loves sunlight! Place your plant in a location that gets at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- A sunny balcony or windowsill is ideal.
Tip 6: Water Only When Needed
Watering is crucial—but too much or too little can harm the plant. Only water your Tulsi when the top layer of the soil feels dry to the touch.
- Overwatering can lead to root rot, while underwatering can cause leaves to wilt and fall.
Tip 7: Feed Organically
Boost your Tulsi’s growth naturally with organic fertilizers like cow dung manure, compost tea, or kitchen compost.
- Apply every 2–3 weeks during the growing season for best results.
READ HERE – How To Grow Tulsi Plant From Seeds at Home
🌱 A Sacred Gift of Nature
Tulsi isn’t just a plant—it’s a sacred gift. Revered across cultures for its healing properties, Tulsi blesses us with both health and peace.
- If we care for her gently and consistently, she will reward us with lush greenery and healing energy.
🪴 Final Thoughts
Tulsi is a plant that gives abundantly, asking for very little in return. With regular care—pruning, sunlight, and nourishment—you’ll soon enjoy the beauty of a thriving, bushy Tulsi plant right at your home.
Take care of this sacred medicine, and she will take care of all of us.
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