🌙 Chandni (Tagar / Crepe Jasmine)

Chandni, also known as Tagar or Crepe Jasmine, is admired for its soft, white, pinwheel-shaped flowers and elegant glossy foliage. Often associated with purity and calmness, this plant brings a serene, tropical charm to gardens and balconies. With its soothing fragrance and evergreen leaves, Chandni makes a beautiful choice for hedges, pots, patios, or landscape borders — offering year-round greenery and seasonal blooms.

🔆 Light Requirements

Ideal Light: Bright light with 4–6 hours of sunlight daily.

Tolerates: Partial shade — especially in hot tropical climates.

Avoid: Deep, full shade — results in fewer flowers and slower growth.

💧 Watering Guidelines

When to Water: Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil becomes dry.

Frequency:

• Summer: 2–3 times per week

• Winter: Once weekly or as needed

Important: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged — overwatering may cause yellowing leaves and root rot.

🌾 Soil & Potting

Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter.

Ideal Mix:
✔ Garden soil
✔ Cocopeat or compost
✔ Sand or perlite for drainage

Pot: Medium to large pot (12–18 inches or more) with drainage holes if grown in containers.

🌱 Fertilization

Feed: Every 3–4 weeks during the growing season.

Best Fertilizer Types:
✔ Balanced NPK fertilizer
✔ Organic compost
✔ Liquid seaweed or fish fertilizer
✔ Bone meal for flowering support

Avoid: Heavy fertilizing during winter or dormant periods.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

Deadheading: Remove faded flowers to encourage more blooms.

Seasonal Pruning:

• Light pruning after flowering to shape the plant.

• Remove dried, weak, or crossing branches to improve airflow.

Note: Chandni naturally forms a bushy shape — trimming helps maintain symmetry.

🪴 Humidity & Temperature

Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity.

Temperature: Ideal range is 18–32°C (64–90°F).

Protect: From frost and cold drafts — the plant thrives best in warm climates.

🌼 Blooming Notes

Chandni blooms mainly in spring and summer, sometimes continuing into monsoon. Best blooming occurs with:

✔ Bright indirect or filtered sunlight
✔ Consistent moisture
✔ Occasional feeding
✔ Light pruning after bloom cycles

🐝 Pollinator Friendly

Attractive to butterflies, night-pollinating moths, and beneficial insects — adding life and biodiversity to your space.

🛑 Pet/Handling Note

Some parts of the plant may be mildly toxic if ingested — keep away from pets and children who may chew leaves.

✅ Why Choose Chandni?

🌙 Elegant Beauty: Pure white flowers with soft, pinwheel shapes.
🌿 Evergreen: Lush, glossy leaves provide year-round greenery.
🌸 Fragrant: Mild nighttime scent adds a calming garden presence.
🏡 Versatile: Ideal for pots, pathways, hedges, entrances, and tropical-themed landscapes.