Tropical and subtropical fruits (2+1)

Planting,Manuring and Irrigation

Planting
Pits of 1 m3 size are dug at a distance of 10 x 10 m. for grafts and 12 x 12 m. for seedlings during March – May and planting is done during monsoon.
Manuring
Each plant is supplied with 20 kg FYM every year. This much quantity of organic matter suffices the requirement for growth, flowering and fruiting.
Irrigation
Jamun is a hardy plant, usually 8 – 10 light irrigations are required during the early age of the plant. Bearing trees should not be given irrigation in Sept – Oct to encourage fruit bud formation. Similarly withholding irrigation in Feb – March enhances flowering & fruiting depending upon climatic condition.