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Red Chiku (Manilkara Zapota) "Red Sapota" - Plant

Red Chiku (Manilkara Zapota) "Red Sapota" - Plant

Manilkara Zapota

Regular price Rs. 1,549.00
Regular price Rs. 1,850.00 Sale price Rs. 1,549.00
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Size
18-24 inches tall Plant in 8 inch Pot

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Red Chiku (Manilkara Zapota) "Red Sapota" - Plant

Red Chiku, botanically known as Manilkara Zapota. It is a unique and attractive fruit plant prized for its delicious, sweet, and distinctive red-fleshed sapota fruits. Native to tropical regions of Central America and southern Mexico. This evergreen fruit tree is well suited to warm and humid Indian climates. Red Sapota is primarily an outdoor plant and grows best in a sunny location with well-drained, fertile soil, with proper care. It develops into a lush, dense tree with glossy green foliage and can produce nutritious, flavourful fruits.

Its special feature is the beautiful reddish pulp of the fruit. It a rare and interesting addition to home gardens and fruit collections. Ideal for gardeners looking to grow exotic fruit plants. The Red Chiku Plant is both ornamental and rewarding.

Growing Requirements

Sunlight for Red Chiku Plant

Your Red Chiku Plant grows best in full sunlight and needs at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for healthy growth and better fruit production.

Watering

Your Red Chiku Plant requires moderate watering. Water when the topsoil feels dry, keeping the soil evenly moist but avoiding waterlogging.

Fertilizing for Red Chiku Plant

Feed your Red Chiku Plant with a balanced organic fertilizer or well-rotted compost every 4–6 weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth and better fruiting.

Planting and Care

Container

Use a large, sturdy container with proper drainage holes for your Red Chiku Plant. A 20–24 inch pot or larger is ideal as the plant grows and develops a strong root system.

Pruning

Your Red Chiku Plant needs moderate watering. Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry, and avoid overwatering or waterlogging.

Propagation

Your Red Chiku Plant can be propagated through seeds, air layering, or grafting. Grafting is preferred for faster fruiting and maintaining the desired plant characteristics.

Repotting

Repot your Red Chiku Plant every 2–3 years or when it becomes root-bound. Use a slightly larger container with fresh, well-draining, nutrient-rich potting soil.

Common Pest

Your Red Chiku Plant may be affected by mealybugs, scale insects, aphids, and fruit flies. Inspect regularly and control infestations early using neem oil or suitable organic pest-control methods.

Dimensions

Live Plant along with a Plastic Pot.
Plant height is 18"-24" inches in Large size Pot.
Low maintenance, outdoor, fruit plant,Useful for home gardens and fruit collections.

Shipping Details

In General our team requires 1-2 Days for Processing the Plants and further 3-4 days for it to reach your Home Safely

Our team makes sure to selects only the healthiest, happiest plants for you. We pack them with extra love and care, making sure they have everything they need for a safe and comfortable journey to your doorstep.

We deliver quickly and safely across the country, so your new plant arrives fresh and ready to thrive.

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