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Perennial (Harvest in Summer) • Horticulture Fruit Tree
Mango / Gir Kesar (Kērī)
Mangifera indica
Gir Kesar Mango (GI Tagged from Junagadh/Amreli) and Valsad Alphonso are world famous. Water stress before flowering induces heavy floral bloom.
Optimal Temperature
24°C - 38°C
Ideal Soil Moisture
35% - 60%
Daily Sunlight
8+ Hours/day
Growth Cycle
120 - 150 days
Soil Type & Fertilizer Ratios
Recommended Soil:
Deep, rich alluvial or loamy soil with minimum 2m depth and good drainage (pH 5.5 - 7.5).
Recommended NPK Ratio:100:50:100 g/tree/year of age
Irrigation Scheduling & Water Requirements
Withhold irrigation for 2 months prior to flowering (Oct-Nov). Resume regular drip irrigation after fruit set until 15 days before harvest.
Common Pests & Disease Vulnerabilities
- Mango Hopper (Amritodus)
- Fruit Fly (Bactrocera)
- Powdery Mildew
- Anthracnose
Optimal Harvesting Signs & Post-Harvest Handling
Harvest at mature green stage with fruit stalk attached (using fruit harvesters to avoid sap burn).