Climate: Rajkot's very dry Saurashtra climate receives even less rain than Ahmedabad. Outstanding for drought-tolerant plants and one of India's best cities for succulent cultivation. Full West India Guide
Best Plants for Rajkot Balconies
5 Tips Specific to Rajkot
- Rajkot is among India's best cities for succulent cultivation â the dry heat mirrors native desert habitats
- Move succulents indoors only for the brief July to August monsoon â return them in September
- Winter marigold and chrysanthemum display excellently in Rajkot's clear dry winter air
- Cocopeat-heavy soil mixes retain critical moisture in Rajkot's extremely dry climate conditions
- Local nurseries carry excellent drought-tolerant regional varieties specific to Saurashtra's dry environment