How to Grow Guava in Pot: Nowadays people have started making small mini gardens in the balcony of their house and in this trend, fruit plants are also being liked a lot. Especially guava, which is cheap and healthy and if grown at home, you get fresh and chemical free fruits. The interesting thing is that the guava tree is not very demanding. With the right pot, right soil and a little care, it grows rapidly even in the balcony. Sitting in the mild morning sunlight and looking at the guava tree planted by oneself gives a different comfort. On top of this, balcony gardening is also becoming very viral on social media these days, where people are creating forests of fruits and vegetables even in small spaces. If there is some sunlight in your balcony then you can also easily plant a guava plant. Just keep some basic things in mind and your pot will start looking green in a few months.
1. What kind of plant to plant
You can choose two methods for planting guava. First, buy a small healthy guava sapling from a nursery and plant it. The second method is the plant prepared from seeds i.e. guava seeds. The nursery plant will bear fruit quickly, while the seed plant will take some time but is considered more tough and healthy. If you want quick results then it would be best to take a grafted plant.
2. How should the pot be?
The roots of guava are quite widespread, hence the pot should be a little deep and wide. Take a pot of at least 16 to 18 inches. It can be grown in any plastic, soil or grow bag, it is necessary to have drainage holes at the bottom. If water stagnates, the roots may rot, so always keep the drainage perfect.
3. How to prepare soil
Guava grows rapidly in light, drained and nutrient rich soil. For this, make this simple mix.
- 40% garden soil
- 30% sand or perlite
- 30% good organic manure (cow dung or compost)
Adding some Neem cake on top prevents insects from appearing in the soil. Plant the plant only after mixing the soil well so that the roots spread quickly.
4. Correct way to plant trees
Fill half the soil in the pot. Now plant the plant and fill it with soil all around and press it gently so that the plant remains stable. If the plant is shaken in the initial days, make it stand straight with the help of a thin stick. After planting the plant, water it immediately so that the soil gets set.
5. Sunlight and temperature
Guava loves sunlight. At least 4 to 5 hours of sunlight is necessary daily. If your balcony gets morning sunlight then it is perfect. Protect from strong afternoon sun in extremely hot summers. The plant slows down a bit in cold air but does not die.
6. When and how much to give water
Guava needs neither too much nor too little water. It is okay to water 3 times a week in summer and 1 or 2 times in winter. Just keep in mind that the soil should not be completely dry and water should not remain stagnant in the pot. Mulching at the base of the plant keeps the soil moist for a longer period.
7. When to apply fertilizer
- For good fruit production of guava, it is necessary to apply fertilizer from time to time.
- Add a handful of cowdung manure or compost every 30 days.
- Mustard cake liquid can be given once in 45 days.
- At the time of fruiting, potash fertilizer makes the plant stronger.
- Avoid applying too much fertilizer because it will increase the leaves but will reduce the fruits.
8. How to do cutting
Guava plant becomes dense in normal growth, hence light cutting keeps the branches strong and balanced.
- cut off dry and yellow leaves
- shorten the branches that are getting too long
- Remove weak branches growing inwards
- By cutting, air circulation remains good and more fruits are produced.
9. How to Grow Flowers and Fruits
The flowering time of guava is after summer and before winter. Sunlight, proper watering and light pruning are very beneficial for the plant. If everything is done right, small guavas start appearing in your potted plant within a year.
10. Protection from insects and disease
- Neem oil is the easiest and safest method.
- Spray a mixture of neem oil and water every 15 days
- If leaves start curling or appear black, spray immediately
- Excessive moisture increases diseases, so always keep water under control.
11. Extra Tips That Will Help
- Put dry leaves under the plant for mulching.
- Keep the plant in a windy corner
- Rotate the pot every 8 to 10 months so that all sides get equal sunlight.
- cover the plant in heavy rain
Planting guava in the balcony is more fun than it looks. When a small guava appears in your pot for the first time, all your hard work will seem successful. With a little care and fertilizing at the right time, you too can grow plenty of guavas in the balcony.
(Disclaimer: The information and information given in this article is based on general assumptions. Hindi news18 does not confirm these. Contact the concerned expert before implementing them.)
