The monsoon is the time to plant more trees. Plentiful rain means the moisture young trees need is easy to come by. Rainwater helps roots grow quickly and trees establish themselves easily in the soil. Temperatures are comparatively low in the monsoon, which also benefits trees, so plants grow fast.

• Ample moisture: rainfall keeps enough moisture in the soil, which is essential for tree growth and root spread.
• Easy establishment: rain keeps the soil soft, making planting easier and letting roots quickly bind with the soil.
• Lower temperatures: temperatures are usually lower in the monsoon, creating comfortable conditions that help trees grow fast.
• Natural irrigation: rainwater works as natural irrigation for trees, helping their growth and development, so no separate irrigation is needed.
• Environmental balance: tree planting helps maintain environmental balance, and trees absorb carbon dioxide and help reduce air pollution.
• Conserving biodiversity: trees play an important role in conserving biodiversity by providing habitat for various animals and insects.
• Economic value: tree planting can be profitable in future by supplying timber, fruit and other useful materials.
• Preventing soil erosion: trees help prevent soil erosion and make land more fertile.

The monsoon is therefore the right time to plant trees, and we should plant more at this time to protect the balance of the environment. Let us plant trees and protect nature.

Source: Jagonews24. First published in Bengali on The Agro News.