The Kalapati Chiku Sapota Grafted Fruit Live Plant is a premium tropical fruit tree known for its exceptionally sweet, aromatic, and creamy-textured fruits. This grafted variety, cultivated by Golden Hills Farm, ensures early fruiting, higher yield, and superior taste quality compared to seedling plants. The Kalapati variety is prized for its smooth brown skin, rich caramel-like sweetness, and pleasant aroma, making it a favorite among fruit lovers. Perfect for both home gardens and farms, this low-maintenance tropical tree grows easily across India, bringing the taste of the tropics right to your backyard.
Type of Plant: Grafted Fruit Plant – Kalapati Chiku / Sapota Variety
Scientific Name: Manilkara zapota
Germination Time: 10 – 15 days (for new growth after planting)
Sunlight Requirements: 6 – 8 hours of bright sunlight daily
Where to Grow: Terrace gardens, home gardens, or open ground
Growing Season: Best planted from June – September or February – April
Soil Requirements: Well-drained loamy soil rich in compost
Plant Height: 1.5 – 2 feet (at dispatch)
Fertilizer Needs: Apply organic compost or cow dung every 30–45 days
Life Span: Long-lived tropical fruit tree (bears for 25+ years)
Ideal Growing Temperature: 22 °C – 35 °C
Blooming / Harvesting Time: Flowers in spring; fruits mature after 6–8 months
Maintenance Required: Low; prune annually for healthy branching
Watering Frequency: Twice per week for young plants
Ideal Grow Bag Size: 18 × 18 inches or larger
The Kalapati Chiku Sapota Plant thrives in warm, tropical climates throughout India. It can be planted almost any time of the year, but June to September (monsoon) or February to April (spring) are best. This grafted variety begins fruiting within 1–2 years, offering multiple harvests of round, brown, and sweet chikus with a melt-in-the-mouth texture.
Use a large 18×18 inch pot or grow bag with proper drainage. Mix garden soil, compost, and sand in equal parts. Plant the grafted chiku sapling upright, cover the roots, and water well. Keep the pot in full sunlight for 6–8 hours daily. Feed with organic fertilizer monthly and water moderately to maintain steady growth.
Preparation: Prepare a soil mix of garden soil, compost, and sand for good drainage.
Planting: Dig a 1×1×1 ft pit, position the plant upright, and fill gently with soil.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain moisture for 10–15 days.
Germination: Grafted plants establish fast and start fruiting in 1–2 years.
Transplanting: Move to open soil or larger containers as roots expand.
Sunlight: Provide full sunlight for 6–8 hours daily.
Soil: Use loamy soil rich in organic matter.
Fertilization: Apply compost, neem cake, or bone meal monthly.
Pruning: Prune lightly after harvest to encourage new growth.
Support & Spacing: Maintain 5–6 ft spacing between plants.
Pest Control: Use neem oil or herbal spray every 15 days.
Disease Prevention: Avoid waterlogging to prevent fungal infections.
Mulching: Use dry leaves or straw to retain moisture.
Harvesting: Fruits are ready when the skin becomes light brown and soft.
1. Apply Nutrient-Rich Fertilizers
When your plants begin flowering, use nutrient-rich fertilizers like Organic Bone Meal Powder or Vermicompost. This helps in boosting the bloom and enhances overall yield.
2. Use Organic Fertilizers
Feed your plants with organic fertilizers such as Cow Dung Manure or Neem Cake. Organic options promote healthy soil life.
3. Regular Feeding
Apply fertilizers every 20-25 days to ensure plants receive a steady supply of nutrients. Choose from various options like Cocopeat Compost for moisture retention.
The Kalapati Chiku Grafted Live Plant is known for its premium sweetness, early fruiting, and high productivity. Being a grafted tropical variety, it starts producing fruit much sooner than seedlings. The fruits are round, aromatic, and rich in natural sugars, making them ideal for desserts, milkshakes, or fresh eating. The plant is disease-resistant, low-maintenance, and thrives in most Indian climates. Its glossy leaves and compact structure make it both ornamental and functional.
Produces sweet, aromatic, and vitamin-rich chikus.
Grafted plant gives faster fruiting and higher yield.
Resistant to common diseases and pests.
Suitable for pots, terraces, and backyard gardens.
Excellent fruit for milkshakes, desserts, and fresh eating.
Avoid overwatering; ensure well-drained soil.
Keep under full sunlight for optimal fruiting.
Protect young plants from strong wind or heavy rain.
Use only organic fertilizers for best fruit flavor.
Do not transplant frequently once it establishes.
Problem: Leaf yellowing or stunted growth.
Solution: Apply compost and ensure soil drainage.
Problem: Slow fruiting.
Solution: Provide regular sunlight and organic manure monthly.
Problem: Pest attack on leaves.
Solution: Spray neem oil every 2 weeks for natural protection.
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Q1: When will the Kalapati Chiku plant start fruiting?
👉 Usually within 1–2 years after planting.
Q2: Is it a grafted variety?
👉 Yes, it’s a grafted premium variety ensuring early and high-quality fruiting.
Q3: Can it grow in pots?
👉 Yes, it grows well in large pots or terrace gardens with full sunlight.
Q4: How sweet is the fruit?
👉 The Kalapati Chiku is one of the sweetest tropical sapota varieties.
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Nikhil Verma
Plant healthy tha par thoda dry lag raha tha. Watering ke baad revive ho gaya. 🌿
Meera Krishnan
Kalapati chiku ek unique variety hai. Plant grafted aur early fruiting hai. 🌿
Harish Rao
Healthy aur well-rooted plant mila. Soil moist aur leaves fresh. Bahut khush hu. 🌱
Sneha Pillai
Plant thoda small tha lekin condition perfect thi. Ab new leaves aa rahe hain. 🌿
Rohit Menon
Plant compact aur pest-free tha. Roots moist aur delivery fast thi. 👍
Priya Sharma
Golden Hills Farm se hamesha healthy plants milte hain. Grafted point clear aur packaging safe thi. 🌱
Amit Nair
Plant bilkul healthy tha. Kalapati chiku variety ka fruit sweet hota hai aur plant strong mila. 🌿