• The planting of ramie under rainfed condition can be done with the onset of monsoon till October if adequate drainage is provided to prevent waterlogging and subsequent damage of the planting materials.
• Ridge and furrow planting is very effective as it provides adequate drainage.
• In North–Eastern states, ramie can be planted during February-March and also during September-October.
• Under irrigated condition, planting can be done throughout the year except the winter periods as the sprouting is not uniform.