Resource Book on Horticulture Nursery Management

apidly in these conditions. The interval between receiving the seedling from transport
and planting them should be minimized, ideally 24 to 72 hours.
Seedlings must be transported in an enclosed vehicle. If there is no option to an open
back vehicle the seedlings must be covered with a tarpaulin. This will keep seedling
packages out of direct sun and protect them from drying in the wind. While transporting
seedlings, never park the vehicle in the direct sun. Even in the boxes or bales seedlings
can heat up to damaging temperatures in the sun. Do not throw or drop the boxes and
bales. The seedlings can be damaged from bruising.
Packaging for Transportation of Papaya Seedlings
Care of Plants
After arrival of the plants from transportation, they must be kept in cool, shady place
so that they lose the heat absorbed during the transit. The label indicating the variety,
number of plants packed, etc must be confirmed. The leaves and roots must be kept moist
by sprinkling water. Storage of the plants at field condition must be avoided.
5.2.5 Customer Services in Nursery Plants
The customers must be attended promptly,
� Ask for the requirement of the customer. Provide information regarding the
requirement of the customer. Explain the advantages of the planting material
being purchased.
� Show the planting material and explain the procedure for its plantation. Care
should be taken that only authentic material is sold out from the nursery.
� Receipt should be given against purchase of the planting material. Rate of the
planting materials should be fixed and displayed. Distribution of the planting
material according to booking should be planned well in advance.
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