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Giant Granadilla

Complete care guide for premium tropical seedling. Follow these instructions for optimal growth and maximum yield.

Complete Care Guide

Detailed care instructions for growing your Giant Granadilla seedling successfully

Watering

Requires 100-150 cm of well-distributed rainfall annually. In drier regions, supplemental irrigation is essential, especially during flowering and fruiting stages. Water every 3-5 days during dry periods, ensuring consistent moisture without waterlogging. Drip irrigation is ideal for efficient water use and healthy root development.

Sunlight

Needs full sun (6-8 hours daily) for optimal fruit production, though it tolerates partial shade. Avoid heavily shaded areas to maximize yields. Full sun exposure is crucial for large, flavorful fruits.

Soil Requirements

Prefers deep, fertile, well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5, rich in organic matter. Avoid waterlogged or heavy clay soils. Conduct a soil test to ensure pH and nutrient levels are optimal. Amend with compost or well-rotted manure if needed. Create raised beds or mounds in areas prone to waterlogging to enhance drainage.

Temperature

Ideal temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C. The plant is frost-sensitive and cannot tolerate temperatures below 5°C. Best grown at low to medium altitudes (0-1,200 meters above sea level), where warm, humid conditions prevail. Coastal regions and warm inland areas are perfect.

Fertilizer

Apply balanced NPK fertilizer during growing season. Use organic manure (10-15 kg per hole) at planting. Apply NPK 5-10-10 during fruiting stages. Regular fertilization supports vigorous vine growth and large fruit production.

Spacing

Space vines 3-4 meters apart to allow for their vigorous growth, accommodating 256-450 vines per acre. Use sturdy trellises, fences, or pergolas to support the climbing vines, which can reach 15-50 meters. Proper support is essential for optimal growth and fruit production.

Time to Fruit

Cuttings root faster and fruit within 6-12 months, while seeds may take 1-2 years. Giant Granadilla stands out for its enormous, flavorful fruits—the largest in the Passiflora genus—and its eye-catching, fragrant flowers. Planting: Plant at the onset of the rainy season (March-April or October-November) to ensure adequate moisture for establishment. Dig holes 45 cm deep and 45 cm wide, mixing soil with 10-15 kg of compost or manure. Plant seedlings or cuttings at the same depth as their nursery pots, ensuring roots are well-covered. Water thoroughly after planting.

Pest & Disease Management

Pests:

•Fruit Flies (use pheromone traps or organic baits like those from fruit fly control programs, cover fruits with biodegradable bags to prevent egg-laying)
•Aphids (spray neem oil or insecticidal soap, introduce beneficial insects like ladybugs to control aphid populations naturally)
•Snails and Slugs (hand-pick during early morning or use organic slug baits, maintain a clean orchard to reduce hiding spots)
•Nematodes (rotate crops and apply organic soil amendments like Trichoderma harzianum to suppress nematodes)

Diseases:

•Fusarium Wilt (ensure well-drained soils and avoid overwatering, use resistant varieties and apply biofungicides like Trichoderma for prevention)
•Anthracnose (spray copper-based fungicides during wet seasons, remove and destroy affected plant parts to prevent spread)
•Root Rot (improve drainage and avoid waterlogging, apply organic compost to boost soil health and plant resilience)

Pruning:

•Train vines onto trellises or supports to maximize sunlight exposure and airflow. Prune annually during the dry season to remove dead or overcrowded branches
•encouraging new growth and fruit production. Thin excessive fruit clusters to improve fruit size and quality. Weed Management (Keep the base of vines weed-free using mulching with straw or grass clippings to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Manual weeding or shallow hoeing can also be used)
•avoiding root disturbance.

Growing Timeline

Phase 1

Planting

Prepare soil, plant seedling, water thoroughly

Phase 2

Establishment

Regular watering, fertilizer application

Phase 3

Growth

Pruning, maintenance, pest management

Phase 4

Fruiting

Harvest and ongoing maintenance

Common Issues & Solutions

Water Stress

Ensure consistent watering, especially during dry periods. Use mulch to retain soil moisture. Install drip irrigation for efficient water delivery. Water deeply but less frequently.

Cold/Frost Damage

Protect plants during cold periods with covers or windbreaks. Choose appropriate planting locations. Consider frost-resistant varieties. Water plants before expected frost to help protect roots.

Fruit Fly Infestation

Use pheromone traps and organic baits. Remove and destroy affected fruits immediately. Maintain orchard hygiene to prevent breeding sites. Harvest fruits early if infestation is severe.

Aphid Infestation

Spray with neem oil or insecticidal soap. Introduce beneficial insects like ladybugs. Remove affected leaves and maintain good air circulation. Control ants that protect aphids.

Quick Reference

Min Temperature

10°C

Ideal Sunlight

6+ hrs

Water Frequency

Regular

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

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