{"product_id":"neem-tree","title":"Neem Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLatin name - Azadirachta indica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeem trees are towering shady specimens reputed for their medicinal, edible, and useful qualities. Neem is referenced in ancient Ayurvedic texts as “nimba” which translates to “giving good health.” They’re highly drought-tolerant and thrive in Florida’s sandy soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeem trees are beautiful plants with delicate pointed leaves which can be eaten young\/tender as a vegetable or fed to ruminants such as rabbits and goats. Leaves are bitter even when cooked, but are high in carotene, Vitamin C, and quercetin. Leaves can also be dried and placed in cupboards or inside grain canisters to deter pests. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeem is native to Indochina and specimens are commonly seen along roadways and in backyards in India and Pakistan. It is a relative of mahogany, but grows much more quickly, reaching its maximum height within 6-8 years of planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional uses range from chewing Neem twigs for dental hygiene; neem extract for use in fertilizers; wood for timber and firewood; and dried leaves as pest deterrents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most well-known uses for neem oil is as pest control due to its concentration of phytochemicals, principally azadirachtin which can be found throughout the entire plant. Azadirachtin not only kills and repels insects, but also deters egg laying and suppresses egg hatching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeem is also valued as a windbreak, carbon dioxide sink, and bee attractor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e___________________________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize - 15’ Wide x 80’ Tall but can be kept smaller \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoteable Characteristics - Highly drought resistant, ideal for reversing desertification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight requirements - 6+ hours direct sunlight per day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold hardy temp - Leaf drop at 35 degrees F; Hard freeze will kill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Season - Seeds July-October; Leaves year-round\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Incredible Edible Landscapes","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":41416649080919,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":41416649113687,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/6815\/7783\/files\/Neem-NewFoliage.jpg?v=1747320427","url":"https:\/\/incredibleediblelandscapes.com\/products\/neem-tree","provider":"Incredible Edible Landscapes ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}