Key Features & Benefits

• Early Fruiting: Starts producing fruits within 2–3 years due to grafting.
• Large Fruit Size: Known for its big, round shape resembling a football, making it unique.
• Good Taste: Sweet, juicy pulp with moderate fiber.
• High Yield Potential with proper care and nutrition.
• Attractive Appearance suitable for display and selling.
• Strong Growth Habit adaptable to different climates.
• Good Market Appeal due to size and uniqueness.

Plant Care Guide

Sunlight

• Requires full sunlight (6–8 hours daily).
• Essential for fruit size, sweetness, and overall plant health.

Soil

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter.
• Ideal soil mix:
  • Garden soil (40%)
  • Compost or vermicompost (30%)
  • Sand or cocopeat (30%)
• Soil pH: 5.5 to 7.5

Watering

• Young plant: Water 2–3 times per week.
• Mature plant: Water every 5–7 days.
• Keep soil moderately moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Reduce watering during flowering stage to improve fruit setting.

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizers

• Vermicompost (1–2 kg per month)
• Well-rotted cow dung manure
• Neem cake for soil health and pest control

Chemical Fertilizers (optional)

• NPK (10:10:10) during growth stage
• High potassium fertilizer during flowering and fruiting

Micronutrients

• Monthly foliar spray improves fruit size and plant strength.

Re-potting Instructions

• Required every 1–2 years for container-grown plants.

Steps:

1. Choose a pot 18–24 inches with proper drainage holes.
2. Carefully remove plant with root ball intact.
3. Trim damaged or dead roots.
4. Replant in fresh soil mix.
5. Water lightly and keep in partial shade for a few days.

Fruiting Season

• Flowering: December to February
• Fruiting: May to July
• Timing may vary based on climate.

Usage Ideas

• Fresh eating (large slices, family use)
• Mango juice and pulp
• Smoothies and shakes
• Can be sold as a novelty fruit due to large size
• Suitable for local markets and small business

Care Tips

• Provide strong support to branches during fruiting due to heavy fruits.
• Prune lightly after harvesting to maintain shape and airflow.
• Use mulch to conserve moisture and improve soil fertility.
• Protect from strong winds as large fruits can damage branches.
• Monitor pests like fruit flies, aphids, and mealybugs; use neem oil spray.
• Avoid overwatering and ensure proper drainage to prevent root rot.