Katimon Mango – Key Features & Benefits

Key Features

• Popular Thai-origin mango variety known for extended fruiting season
• Medium-sized fruits with green to yellow skin when ripe
• Sweet, juicy pulp with mild aroma
• Low fiber content, smooth eating texture
• Grafted plant ensures early and consistent fruiting
• Medium-sized tree suitable for pots (early stage) and open ground
• Known for off-season or multiple fruiting ability under proper care

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin A and C, supports immunity and eye health
• Contains antioxidants beneficial for overall health
• Provides natural energy
• Longer fruiting period increases productivity
• Suitable for home gardens and commercial farming

Plant Care Guide

Sunlight

• Requires full sunlight (6–8 hours daily)
• Essential for continuous flowering and fruiting

Temperature

• Ideal range: 24°C to 38°C
• Thrives in warm tropical climates
• Sensitive to frost and extreme cold

Watering Guide

• Young plants: water 2–3 times per week
• Mature plants: deep watering once a week
• Increase watering during summer and flowering periods
• Reduce watering in winter
• Avoid waterlogging by ensuring proper drainage

Fertilizer Guide

Organic Fertilizers (recommended)

• Cow dung compost every 1–2 months
• Vermicompost for balanced nutrition
• Neem cake for soil health and pest control

Chemical Fertilizers (optional)

• Balanced NPK fertilizer 2–3 times per year

During Flowering and Fruiting

• Apply phosphorus and potassium-rich fertilizers to support continuous fruiting and improve fruit quality

Re-Potting Instructions

• Suitable for pot growing in early stages
• Repot every 2–3 years or when roots outgrow the pot
• Use a pot at least 18–24 inches deep with good drainage

Ideal Soil Mix

• 40% garden soil
• 30% compost
• 20% sand
• 10% cocopeat

Steps

1. Water the plant lightly before repotting
2. Carefully remove the plant with the root ball intact
3. Trim damaged or excess roots if needed
4. Place in a larger pot with fresh soil mix
5. Water lightly and keep in partial shade for a few days

Fruiting Season

• Can fruit 1–2 times per year under good management
• Main season in India: May to July
• May also produce off-season fruits in favorable conditions
• Grafted plants start fruiting within 2–3 years

Usage Ideas

• Consumed fresh as a table mango
• Used in juices, smoothies, and desserts
• Suitable for extended market supply due to longer fruiting
• Good for small-scale commercial farming
• Can be used in fruit salads and processed products

Care Tips

• Prune regularly to encourage new flowering cycles
• Control excessive vegetative growth for better fruiting
• Use neem oil spray to manage pests like mango hoppers and mealybugs
• Ensure proper drainage to avoid root diseases
• Apply mulch to retain soil moisture
• Protect from extreme weather conditions
• Regular feeding supports continuous yield