Key Features & Benefits

• Early Fruiting: Begins bearing fruits within 2–3 years due to grafting.
• Attractive Appearance: Fruits have a reddish or blush-colored skin, making them visually premium.
• Rich Taste: Sweet, juicy pulp with mild aroma and low fiber.
• High Yield Potential with proper care and nutrition.
• Compact Growth: Suitable for terrace gardening and container planting.
• Good Market Value because of its unique color and quality.

Plant Care Guide

Sunlight

• Requires full sunlight (6–8 hours daily).
• Adequate sunlight improves fruit color, sweetness, and yield.

Soil

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter.
• Ideal 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.
• Avoid overwatering; mango plants prefer slightly dry conditions.
• Reduce watering during flowering to enhance fruit setting.

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizers

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

Chemical Fertilizers (optional)

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

Micronutrients

• Monthly foliar spray improves fruit quality and plant health.

Re-potting Instructions

• Required every 1–2 years for potted plants.

Steps:

1. Choose a pot 16–24 inches with proper drainage.
2. Carefully remove plant with root ball intact.
3. Trim any damaged or dead roots.
4. Replant in fresh soil mix.
5. Water lightly and keep in shade for a few days.

Fruiting Season

• Flowering: December to February
• Fruiting: May to July (summer season)
• Timing may vary based on climate and region.

Usage Ideas

• Fresh eating due to sweet taste and attractive look
• Mango juices, shakes, smoothies
• Desserts like mango pulp, ice cream, cakes
• Gift or premium fruit sale due to appealing color
• Suitable for small business and home orchard

Care Tips

• Prune lightly after harvesting to maintain structure and improve airflow.
• Use mulch to conserve moisture and enrich soil.
• Protect from frost, strong winds, and extreme cold.
• Regularly inspect for pests like aphids and mealybugs; use neem oil spray.
• Avoid excess nitrogen fertilizer to ensure better flowering.
• Ensure proper drainage to prevent root rot and fungal issues.