Weed control is very much essential during early stages of growth. Mulching is recommended to reduce weed com­petition. Hand or hoe weeding is also suggested for weed control.
Useful Tips
Apply the recommended fertilizers as top dressing. Foliar spraying of urea (10 gram/litre of water) immediately after each harvest is found advantages. The practice is found to increase the yield.

During the rainy season, drainage is essential for plant survival and growth. Raised beds, clean furrows and large drainage channels facilitate quick drainage of excess water after heavy rain.

Water should be applied just after sowing or transplant­ing to ensure a good stand. As a rule, the plants should be irrigated if wilting occurs at noon time.