{"product_id":"taro-arbi-roots-set-of-3","title":"Taro \/ Arbi Roots – Set of 3","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow your own \u003cstrong\u003eTaro\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eArbi\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eColocasia\u003c\/strong\u003e, at home with these healthy planting roots. Arbi is a favourite in Indian kitchens for arbi fry, curries and sabzi, and the young leaves are used for patra and alu wadi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaro is an easy, rewarding crop that grows well in large pots, grow bags and garden beds, and its big, heart-shaped leaves also add a lush tropical look to your kitchen garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set of 3 Taro \/ Arbi roots for planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces edible corms (arbi) and large, attractive leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow and suitable for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for large pots, grow bags and garden beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for terrace and kitchen gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting season:\u003c\/strong\u003e February–June; can also be started in warm regions year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant each root about \u003cstrong\u003e5–8 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e with the bud or growing tip facing upward, in loose, fertile soil rich in compost. Use one root per 12–14 inch pot or grow bag, or space them about \u003cstrong\u003e45 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e in beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater after planting and keep the soil moist. Shoots usually appear in \u003cstrong\u003e2–4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight \u0026amp; Water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaro grows best in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun to partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. It loves moisture, so keep the soil consistently moist during active growth, while making sure the pot drains well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care \u0026amp; Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd compost or vermicompost every 3–4 weeks and earth up soil around the base as the plant grows to encourage more corms. Arbi is usually ready to harvest about \u003cstrong\u003e5–7 months after planting\u003c\/strong\u003e, when the leaves start to turn yellow and dry. Dig carefully around the plant to lift the corms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3 Taro \/ Arbi roots for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaw taro contains calcium oxalate and can irritate the skin and mouth. Wear gloves while peeling and always cook arbi and its leaves thoroughly before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Root size, sprouting time, plant growth and yield may vary depending on season, climate, soil conditions and growing care.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prakriti's Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67915972771942,"sku":"PG-TUB-001","price":100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/2058\/0710\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-11-02at3.44.52PM.jpg?v=1793763157","url":"https:\/\/prakritisgarden.in\/products\/taro-arbi-roots-set-of-3","provider":"Prakriti's Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}