The guava plant has started bearing fruit.
- Proper Watering
Water regularly: Maintaining soil moisture is crucial at this stage. If the soil dries out completely, small fruits may turn yellow and drop off.
Avoid overwatering: Ensure water does not accumulate (waterlogging) in the pot or around the roots. Excessive water can also cause fruit drop and root rot. Water only during the morning or evening.
- Prevent Nutrient Deficiency (Fertilizer)
The plant requires a significant amount of energy during the fruit-formation process.
Gently loosen the soil around the plant's base and add vermicompost or well-decomposed cow dung manure.
For good fruit size and sweetness, mix in organic potassium sources (such as banana peel fertilizer or rock phosphate) along with a small amount of neem cake. Neem cake helps protect the roots from fungal infections.
- Protection from Pests and Birds
Small guava fruits are highly vulnerable to 'fruit flies,' which lay eggs inside the fruit, causing the guava to rot and become infested with worms.
Fruit Bagging: Once the guavas reach the size of a small marble or lemon, cover them by tying a white cotton cloth bag, butter paper, or a mesh net bag around them. This prevents fruit flies, insects, and birds from damaging the fruit, ensuring you get clean, unblemished produce.
- Fruit Thinning
If too many guavas have developed on a single slender branch, pluck and remove the ones that appear weak or undersized.
Retain only one or two healthy fruits per cluster. This allows the plant to direct its energy toward making the remaining fruits larger and healthier. A quick tip: If your plant is in a pot and is heavily laden with fruit, use a wooden stake to support the branches so they don't break under the weight.
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| Camera Device | POCO M4 Pro Rear Camera 12MP |
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| Category | Photography, Flowers, Beauty of Nature |
| Location | India |
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