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Cultivate Sapota Seedlings, Chiku Fruit seeds, Sabeda, Chikoo seeds | Natural Sapota Seed
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- Organic Plant Seed
- Botanical Name: Chikoo
- Suitable For: Outdoor
- Seed's Color: Black
- Type of Seed: Herb, Tree, Fruit
- Expected Blooming Period: Summer
- Moisture Needs: Moderate Watering
- Package Contain: Pack Of 20 seeds
Description
Sapota, also known as chikoo (Manilkara zapota), is a tropical fruit tree that can be grown from seeds. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to grow sapota seeds:
Seed Collection and Preparation:
- Obtain fresh, ripe sapota fruit.
- Carefully extract the seeds from the fruit pulp.
- Rinse the seeds in clean water to remove any traces of pulp.
Seed Treatment (Optional):
- Some gardeners scarify or nick the seed coat slightly with a file or sandpaper to improve germination rates. This is not always necessary but can help speed up germination.
- Soaking the seeds in water for 24 hours before planting can also aid germination.
Germination:
- Fill a pot or seedling tray with a well-draining potting mix.
- Plant the sapota seeds about 1 inch deep in the soil.
- Water the soil to ensure it's evenly moist.
Growing Conditions:
- Place the pot or tray in a warm, sunny location. Sapota trees require plenty of sunlight to grow well.
- Maintain consistent moisture in the soil, but avoid overwatering to prevent waterlogging.
Transplanting:
- Once the sapota seedlings have grown a few inches tall and have developed a few true leaves, they can be transplanted into larger pots or directly into the ground.
- Choose a well-draining location for planting, as sapota trees do not tolerate waterlogged soil.
Continued Care:
- Water the young sapota trees regularly, especially during dry periods.
- Fertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Prune the young tree to encourage a strong and healthy structure as it grows.
Protection:
- Provide protection from strong winds and extreme weather conditions, especially during the early stages of growth.
Harvesting:
- Sapota trees can take several years to start bearing fruit. Be patient, as it can take 5-8 years or more for a sapota tree grown from seed to produce fruit.
- Harvest the ripe fruit when it is slightly soft to the touch and has a sweet aroma.
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