Miyazaki

Description

Climate Requirements

• Type: Subtropical to tropical

• Ideal Temperature: 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F)

• Sunlight: Full sunlight is crucial for fruit coloration

• Humidity: Moderate

• Rainfall: 750–2500 mm/year (avoid excessive rain during flowering & fruiting

Soil Requirements

• Soil Type: Well-drained loamy or laterite soil

• pH Range: 5.5–7.5

• Drainage: Essential; waterlogging should be avoided

Spacing and Planting

• Spacing: 8m × 8m for open field, 4m × 4m for greenhouse

• Planting Season: Start of monsoon or post-monsoon in tropical areas

• Pit Size: 1m × 1m × 1m filled with a mix of soil, compost, neem cake.

Flowering & Pollination

• Flowering Season: February–April (in warm climates)

• Pollination: Hand pollination often practiced in greenhouse

• Fruit Set: Thin excessive fruits for quality

Fruit Care

• Bagging: Mesh or paper bags improve color, prevent sunburn/insects

• Ripening Period: 90–120 days after flowering

• Fruit Size: 350g to 900g (top-grade fruits exceed 500g)

Fertilization

• Year 1–2: NPK 75:50:50 g/plant/year + organic manure

• Mature Trees: NPK 500:250:250 g/tree/year + compost

• Micronutrients: Regular foliar sprays (Zn, B, Mg)

10. Pests & Diseases

• Common Issues:

  • Anthracnose

  • Powdery mildew

  • Mango hopper

• Control: Neem oil, copper fungicides, sticky traps

Harvesting & Grading

• Maturity Indicators:

  • Color change (green to red)

  • Fruit weight

• Harvest Time: May–June in greenhouse

• Grading: Based on weight, Brix (sugar content >15%), shape