Complete care guide for premium tropical seedling. Follow these instructions for optimal growth and maximum yield.
Category
tropical
Price
KES 300
Time to Fruit
2 years
Detailed care instructions for growing your Loquats seedling successfully
Prefers 800-1,200 mm of well-distributed rainfall annually. Young trees need watering twice a week until well established. Mature trees can survive on rainfall but benefit from supplemental drip irrigation during dry spells and fruiting season (November-February). Ensure consistent moisture during flowering and fruit development.
Needs full sun for fruiting—avoid planting under tree shade or on slopes that face away from the sun. Requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruit quality.
Well-drained sandy loam or red loam, pH 5.5-6.5. Avoid swampy or clay-heavy zones. Test soil pH and amend with organic matter if needed. Mix topsoil with 10-15 kg of well-rotted manure per planting hole.
Optimal temperature range is 10°C-28°C. Sensitive to extreme heat or prolonged frost. Grows best at altitudes of 1,200-2,300 meters above sea level in temperate and subtropical conditions.
Apply balanced NPK fertilizer during growing season. Use organic manure (10-15 kg per hole) at planting. Apply NPK 8-8-8 quarterly, with extra nitrogen during active growth periods.
4m x 4m for small to medium trees; 5m x 5m for larger varieties. About 100-150 trees per acre. Adjust spacing based on variety and expected tree size at maturity.
Grafted trees begin flowering after 2 years. Fruits ripen between October and February. Flowering occurs in July to September. Pollination is mostly by bees—so protect pollinators! Thinning fruits helps improve size and uniformity.
Phase 1
Prepare soil, plant seedling, water thoroughly
Phase 2
Regular watering, fertilizer application
Phase 3
Pruning, maintenance, pest management
Phase 4
Harvest and ongoing maintenance
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.
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.
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.
Use horticultural oil or neem oil during dormant season. Prune heavily infested branches. Maintain plant health to reduce susceptibility. Scrape off scales manually for small infestations.
Min Temperature
10°C
Ideal Sunlight
6+ hrs
Water Frequency
Regular
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
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