What you get
Total Cost of One Unit of Arka Vertical Garden: ₹22,100/-. | Subsidy Amount per Unit: ₹15,525/-. | Beneficiary Contribution: ₹6,575/- per unit. | The beneficiaries are also provided with the following - | - One unit of Arka Vertical Garden structure of one square meter area that can be installed. | - The structure includes 4 tiers with 16 pots, and 80 kilograms of enriched planting medium (coir pith). | - Seeds of various crops like spinach, chilli, palak, amaranthus, brinjal, cluster beans, etc.. | - Plant nutrition and protection materials. | - Water storage facility with 25-litre capacity. | - Drip irrigation system. | - The structure has wheels attached, allowing it to be moved according to sunlight availability.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What amount needs to be paid by the beneficiary as their contribution?
The beneficiary needs to pay [?]6,575/- per unit as their contribution.
What is the purpose of the vertical garden structure designed by the Indian Institute of Horticultural Research?
The vertical garden structure helps in attaining self-sufficiency in the production of safe-to-eat vegetables, ensuring food and nutritional security for families. It allows growing vegetables using vertical space to meet daily requirements.
What are the main components included in the vertical garden structure provided under this scheme?
The structure includes a base frame of one square meter area, central support, holders for 16 pots at 4 different height levels, 80 kilograms of enriched planting medium (coir pith), seeds of various crops, plant nutrition materials, and a 25-liter water storage container with drip irrigation system.
How much area is required to install the vertical garden structure?
The vertical garden structure requires one square meter area for installation. It is designed to be compact and efficient, utilizing vertical space rather than horizontal space.
What types of vegetables can be grown in the vertical garden structure?
Vegetables like chilli, brinjal, tomato, bush cluster beans and leafy vegetables like palak, amaranthus, and coriander can be cultivated in the vertical garden structure.
What is the total cost of one unit of the vertical garden structure?
The total cost of one unit of the vertical garden structure is [?]22,100/-.
How much subsidy is provided per unit of the vertical garden structure?
The subsidy amount provided per unit of the vertical garden structure is [?]15,525/-.
When should the beneficiary contribution be paid?
The beneficiary contribution of [?]6,575/- per unit should be paid in advance along with the application through online mode.
Which organization is implementing this scheme for promoting vertical gardening?
The scheme is being implemented by the State Horticulture Mission-Kerala under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY).
What is the capacity of the water storage container provided with the vertical garden structure?
The vertical garden structure comes with a plastic container of 25-liter capacity mounted at the top for water storage, equipped with drip laterals, micro tubes, and drippers to irrigate the plants.
Is there any feature that allows the vertical garden structure to be moved?
Yes, the vertical garden structure has wheels attached, which allows it to be moved according to sunlight availability.
What is the unique feature of this vertical garden structure in terms of growing medium?
The vertical garden structure uses a soilless medium (coir pith) for growing plants, which is an enriched planting medium provided with the structure.
How are beneficiaries selected for receiving the vertical garden structure?
Beneficiaries are selected on the basis of priority according to the submission of applications. Earlier submissions are given higher priority.
Can I use the vertical garden structure for purposes other than growing vegetables?
No, the vertical garden structure should not be used for purposes other than those envisaged in the project. Any misuse may result in having to refund the subsidy amount.
Is there any inspection process after receiving the vertical garden structure?
Yes, beneficiaries should cooperate with periodical inspections conducted by the State Horticulture Mission to ensure effective implementation of the project.
How many units of the vertical garden structure can one beneficiary receive?
One beneficiary is eligible for a single unit of the vertical garden structure.
How many pots are included with the vertical garden structure?
The vertical garden structure comes with 16 pots of different sizes and shapes fitted at 4 different height levels.
What seeds are provided along with the vertical garden structure?
Seeds of various crops like spinach, chilli, palak, amaranthus, brinjal, cluster beans, and other vegetables are provided with the structure.