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Mango Vastra All-Time Variety Grafted Fruit Plant
Product Features and Variety
The Mango tree (Mangifera indica) is a highly cherished evergreen tropical fruit tree. This offering is a Grafted Vastra All-Time Variety, which promotes earlier and more reliable fruiting, allowing the plant to thrive in a wide range of Indian climates and soils.
- Variety: Vastra All-Time Mango. This unique Indian variety is known to give fruit throughout the year.
- Type: Grafted Fruit Plant/Tree. Grafting ensures the plant is true-to-name and promotes early fruit bearing.
- Size: 1.5–3 Feet Height (Sapling).
- Suitability: Can grow in almost all Indian climates and soil conditions. Excellent for both ground planting and large container gardening.
The Fruit: Vastra Mangoes
Vastra mangoes are a distinctive and unique Indian variety, prized for their ability to fruit continuously.
- Appearance and Texture: They exhibit a characteristic green-yellow skin and firm, juicy flesh.
- Taste: The flavor profile is a delightful sweet-tangy taste.
- Fruiting Habit: The plant is known as an 'All-Time' variety as it yields fruit throughout the year, unlike seasonal varieties.
Essential Care Guide for Indian Climates
Sunlight and Climate Needs
The Mango Vastra variety is well-suited for the diverse Indian climate, thriving best with ample sunshine.
- Sunlight: Requires full and direct sunlight (at least 6-8 hours a day) for optimal growth and year-round fruiting.
- Air Circulation: Ensure the plant is in a location with good air movement.
Watering and Soil
Proper soil and watering are essential, particularly for container-grown plants.
- Soil: Plant in rich, well-draining soil. A loamy soil mix is generally recommended.
- Watering: Water regularly, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the establishment phase and while flowering/fruiting. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
The secure paper core packing method used for shipping ensures the plant is protected and well-ventilated during transit, guaranteeing you receive a healthy, genuine variety plant.