Nutmeg Plants 30cm | Myristica Fragrans | Blueberry Botanicals

Premium Nutmeg Plant - Myristica fragrans (30cm Live Plant)

Grow premium Nutmeg using multiple advanced farming methods! Our authentic Myristica fragrans produces both nutmeg and mace spices with exceptional aroma and commercial value, perfect for traditional farming, container growing, and commercial spice cultivation.

🌰 Why Choose Nutmeg Plants?

• Dual Spice Production: Produces both nutmeg (seed) and mace (aril) from same fruit
• High Value Crop: Premium spices with excellent market demand and pricing
• Aromatic Excellence: Intense fragrance and flavor for culinary and medicinal uses
• Commercial Value: High-value spice crop with export potential
• Medicinal Properties: Traditional uses in Ayurveda and natural medicine
• Multi-Method Compatible: Suitable for all farming techniques

🌡️ Hardy Zones & Climate Suitability in India

• Tropical Zones: Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu - ideal year-round cultivation
• Coastal Areas: Kerala coast, Goa, coastal Karnataka - perfect humidity conditions
• Hill Stations: Western Ghats 500-1200m elevation - optimal growing conditions
• Sub-Tropical Zones: Maharashtra, Gujarat (with protection) - suitable with care
• Temperature Range: Optimal growth at 20-30°C (68-86°F)
• Humidity Preference: 80-90% relative humidity ideal
• Rainfall Requirements: 1500-2500mm annual rainfall
• Frost Sensitivity: Extremely sensitive, protect from temperatures below 15°C

🌱 Soil Preparation & Open Space Farming

• Soil Type: Well-drained, deep organic-rich laterite or red soil
• pH Level: Slightly acidic (5.5-6.5 pH)
• Organic Matter: Mix 25-30 kg compost per planting pit
• Pit Preparation: 1m x 1m x 1m pits, filled 30 days before planting
• Drainage: Excellent drainage essential to prevent root rot
• Mulching: Heavy organic mulch around base to retain moisture
• Spacing: 6-8 meters between plants for optimal development

💧 Watering Schedule & Requirements

Young Plants (1-5 years):

• Summer: Daily watering (10-20L per plant)
• Monsoon: Natural rainfall sufficient, ensure proper drainage
• Winter: Every alternate day watering (8-15L per plant)
• Critical Periods: Increase during flowering and fruit development

Mature Trees (6+ years):

• Summer: Daily watering (25-40L per plant)
• Monsoon: Natural rainfall sufficient, monitor drainage
• Winter: Twice weekly watering (15-25L per plant)
• Best Time: Early morning (6-8 AM) or evening (5-7 PM)

☀️ Outdoor Lighting Requirements & Hours

• Daily Light Hours: 4-6 hours of filtered sunlight daily
• Light Intensity: 15,000-25,000 lux (partial shade conditions)
• Optimal Timing: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM for best photosynthesis
• Young Plants: 2-4 hours filtered sun, heavy shade protection first 3 years
• Mature Trees: 4-6 hours filtered sun for optimal spice production
• Seasonal Variation: Winter: 3-4 hours, Summer: 5-6 hours
• Light Quality: Filtered, dappled sunlight preferred over direct sun
• Shade Requirement: Needs 60-80% shade for optimal growth

💡 Indoor Lighting Requirements & Specifications

LED Grow Light Specifications for Nutmeg:

• Light Intensity: 200-350 PPFD (Low to moderate intensity for shade-loving plant)
• Daily Hours: 10-12 hours of artificial lighting
• Wattage: 25-35 watts per square foot of growing area
• Light Spectrum: Full spectrum LED (400-700nm) with emphasis on blue (450nm)
• Distance: 30-40 inches from plant canopy
• Timing: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily schedule
• Shade Benefit: Lower light requirements make indoor growing feasible

Alternative Indoor Lighting for Nutmeg:

• High-Pressure Sodium (HPS): 250W, 10-12 hours daily
• Metal Halide (MH): 250W for vegetative growth, 8-10 hours
• Fluorescent T5: 54W tubes, 3-4 tubes per plant, 12-14 hours
• Natural Light Supplement: Combine with filtered window light

📦 Container Farming Methods

• Container Size: Minimum 200-300 liters for healthy development
• Potting Mix: 60% organic compost, 30% garden soil, 10% sand/perlite
• Drainage: Multiple large drainage holes with gravel layer
• Root Space: Minimum 60cm depth for nutmeg root system
• Mobility: Use wheeled platforms for large containers
• Size Management: Regular pruning to maintain container size
• Shade Provision: Provide 60-80% shade cloth over containers

🏠 Indoor Greenhouse Farming

• Structure Requirements: Minimum 4-6 meter height for tree growth
• Temperature Control: Maintain 22-28°C with high humidity
• Humidity Management: 80-90% relative humidity essential
• Air Circulation: Gentle air movement to prevent fungal issues
• Light Supplementation: LED grow lights 200-350 PPFD, 10-12 hours daily
• Space Planning: Allow 4-5 meters between plants
• Shade Cloth: Use 60-80% shade cloth inside greenhouse

🌱 Plant Population & Spacing

• Commercial Plantation: 150-200 plants per hectare
• Spacing: 6-8 meters between plants (square system)
• High Density: 5-6 meters spacing with intensive management
• Container Growing: 1 plant per 200-300L container
• Intercropping: Possible with shade-loving spices, coffee
• Border Planting: Excellent for property boundaries
• Agroforestry: Perfect understory tree in spice gardens

📈 Yielding Capacity & Crop Information

• First Harvest: 7-10 years after planting
• Peak Production: 15-25 years after establishment
• Yield per Tree: 1000-2000 fruits per tree annually (mature tree)
• Nutmeg Yield: 3-8 kg nutmeg per tree annually
• Mace Yield: 0.5-1.5 kg mace per tree annually
• Commercial Yield: 500-1500 kg nutmeg per hectare
• Harvest Seasons: 2-3 harvest periods per year
• Premium Value: High-value spice with excellent market prices

⏰ Yielding Frequency & Harvest Schedule

• Flowering Season: Year-round with peak in monsoon
• Fruit Development: 6-9 months from flower to ripe fruit
• Main Harvest: November-February (peak season)
• Secondary Harvest: May-August (off-season)
• Harvest Indicators: Fruit splits open revealing red aril (mace)
• Processing: Separate nutmeg (seed) and mace (aril)
• Drying: 6-8 weeks drying for proper curing

🌿 Total Plant Life & Longevity

• Productive Life: 60-100 years with proper care
• Peak Production: Years 15-50 after establishment
• Growth Rate: Slow-growing, reaches 10-20 meters at maturity
• Perennial Nature: Long-term premium investment crop
• Maintenance: Annual pruning and canopy management
• Regeneration: Can be rejuvenated through proper pruning
• Heritage Value: Often passed down through generations

🌱 Bio Fertilizing Schedule & Nutrition

Young Plants (1-5 years):

• Organic Matter: 15-20 kg compost annually
• NPK Application: 50:25:50g per year (split doses)
• Micronutrients: Iron, zinc, magnesium, boron supplements

Mature Trees (6+ years):

• Organic Matter: 30-50 kg compost annually
• NPK Application: 200:100:200g per year (split doses)
• Timing: Pre-monsoon (May-June) and post-monsoon (September-October)
• Organic Options: Cow dung, compost, green manure, neem cake
• pH Management: Maintain 5.5-6.5 pH with organic matter

🌿 Companion Plants & Garden Integration

• Excellent Companions: Coffee, cardamom, black pepper, vanilla
• Intercropping: Shade-loving spices, medicinal herbs, ginger
• Ground Cover: Turmeric, ginger, medicinal plants
• Beneficial Trees: Coconut, arecanut for overhead canopy
• Avoid: Plants that compete for moisture and nutrients
• Agroforestry: Perfect understory component in spice gardens
• Shade Garden: Ideal for tropical shade spice gardens

🍃 Health Benefits & Medicinal Properties

Transform your health with premium Nutmeg and Mace:

• Digestive Health: Natural compounds aid digestion and reduce bloating
• Sleep Aid: Natural sedative properties promote better sleep
• Anti-inflammatory: Reduces inflammation and joint pain
• Brain Health: Supports cognitive function and memory
• Antioxidant Rich: Protects against oxidative stress and aging
• Respiratory Health: Traditional use for cough and cold relief
• Pain Relief: Natural analgesic properties
• Antimicrobial: Natural antibacterial and antifungal properties
• Heart Health: Supports cardiovascular function
• Dual Benefit: Both nutmeg and mace offer unique therapeutic properties

🚚 Handling Methods & Transplanting Guide

• Upon Arrival: Unpack immediately and place in heavy shade
• Acclimatization: Gradually introduce to outdoor conditions over 14-21 days
• Best Timing: Plant during monsoon onset (June-July)
• Pit Preparation: Prepare 1m x 1m x 1m pits 30 days before planting
• Root Care: Handle root ball extremely gently, don't disturb taproot
• Planting Depth: Same level as in original container
• Initial Care: Provide heavy shade, water thoroughly after planting
• Shock Prevention: Provide 80% shade for first 6 months
• Mulching: Apply thick organic mulch around base immediately

🔬 Botanical Information

• Scientific Name: Myristica fragrans
• Family: Myristicaceae (Nutmeg Family)
• Common Names: Nutmeg, Mace, Jathikka, Jaiphal
• Origin: Indigenous to Moluccas (Spice Islands), now cultivated in India
• Plant Type: Evergreen aromatic tree
• Growth Habit: Upright, pyramidal canopy with dense foliage
• Pollination: Dioecious (separate male and female trees)
• Fruit Type: Drupe with seed (nutmeg) surrounded by aril (mace)
• Leaves: Dark green, aromatic, elliptical shape

🏡 Perfect for All Growing Methods

Ideal for various cultivation approaches:

• Traditional spice plantation and commercial cultivation
• Large container gardening systems
• Greenhouse cultivation with climate control
• Shade garden and agroforestry systems
• Premium spice production operations
• Homestead and backyard cultivation
• Medicinal and wellness gardens

📦 Premium Quality Assurance

Plant Size: 30cm healthy live plant
Species: Myristica fragrans (Authentic nutmeg)
Origin: India
Growth Stage: Ready for transplanting
Compatibility: All farming methods supported
Special Feature: Dual spice production tree with exceptional aromatic and medicinal value
Guarantee: Healthy plant delivery assured
Dual Advantage: Premium variety producing both nutmeg and mace with highest market value