Ironwood Plant
Ironwood is a slow-growing deciduous tree that can reach 20-40 feet in height. It prefers well-drained soil, partial shade, and moist conditions. Hardy in Zones 3-9, it has medicinal uses but is not edible.
Habit
Deciduous Tree
Height
5 to 8 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, Loamy
Shade
Partial
Moisture
Moist
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
25°C to 35°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 60%
Potting media
40% Loam, 30% Sand, 30% Compost
Fertilizers
Balanced Fertilizers
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
5 to 10 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Soil EC
0.5 to 1.2 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
15 to 25 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
15 to 20 years
Health Benefits
Strong Wood, Antioxidant
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Leaf Spot, Verticillium Wilt, Anthracnose, Scale Insects
White powder, brown spots, wilting, dieback
Prune diseased branches, use neem oil, improve soil drainage