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The Guava kilo pera Plant plant is a variety of guava (Psidiumguajava) known for its large fruit. Caring for it is similar to caring for other guava trees.
Here's a guide to help you keep your Guava kilo pera Plant healthy and productive:
1. Sunlight
Full Sun is Best: Kilo pera plants thrive in full sun. They need at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and fruit production.
Protection from Intense Heat: While they love sun, in extremely hot climates, some afternoon shade can prevent leaf scorch.
Indoor Growing: If growing indoors, place the plant near a south-facing or west-facing window. Supplement with a grow light if necessary, especially during winter months, to ensure it gets enough light.
2. Soil
Well-Drained Soil: Guava trees are sensitive to waterlogged roots, which can lead to root rot. The soil must be well-draining.
Soil Type: They prefer well-drained, loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, ideally between 5.5 and 7.0.
Adding Organic Matter: Incorporate organic matter like compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil fertility and structure. This helps with both drainage and moisture retention.
Container Growing: If planting in a pot, ensure the container has ample drainage holes. A good potting mix for fruit trees, often with added perlite or sand, is recommended.
3. Watering
Consistent Moisture: Water your kilo pera plant regularly, especially when it's young and during the blooming and fruiting seasons.
How to Water: Water deeply and thoroughly. Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry out between waterings.
Watering Frequency: Young plants may need watering every 2-3 days in dry seasons. More established trees can go longer, perhaps every 10-15 days during dry spells. Avoid watering the foliage to prevent fungal diseases.
Mulching: Applying a 2-3 inch layer of organic mulch around the base of the tree (leaving a few inches of space around the trunk) helps to retain soil moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds.
4. Fertilization
Heavy Feeder: Guava trees are heavy feeders and benefit from regular fertilization.
Fertilizer Type: Use a balanced fertilizer throughout the growing season. A formula rich in nitrogen, phosphoric acid, potash, and magnesium is beneficial for fruit production. Many growers use a 6-6-6-2 NPKMg formula.
Frequency: When the plant is young, you can fertilize monthly. As it matures, you may switch to a schedule of fertilizing 2-3 times during the growing season (spring and summer). Avoid fertilizing in the winter.
5. Pruning
Encourage Growth and Airflow: Prune your plant to encourage healthy growth, improve air circulation, and maintain a manageable size.
What to Prune: Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches. Periodically remove water sprouts from the main trunk.
When to Prune: The best time to prune is usually after harvesting and before the new growing season begins. Pruning can also be done in early summer to enhance fruiting.
6. Pests and Diseases
Common Pests: Watch for common pests like aphids, scale insects, and caterpillars. Inspect the leaves regularly.
Control: Treat infestations with organic solutions like neem oil or insecticidal soap.
Disease Prevention: Good air circulation is key to preventing fungal diseases. Make sure your plant is not in a crowded area.
7. Temperature and Climate
Tropical/Subtropical: Kilo pera, like other guavas, thrives in warm, humid tropical and subtropical climates.
Cold Sensitivity: It is very sensitive to frost and cold temperatures. Young trees can be killed by temperatures below 27°F (-3°C).
Cold Protection: If you live in a climate with cold winters, move potted trees indoors or provide frost covers and mulch to protect them from frost damage.
