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  The soil should be well pulverized with the use of a rotavator The furrows are made 3 feets apart. The cuttings are planted flat in the furrows , 2 feets apart, and covered with soil one to two inches thick . 10,000 to 12,000 stems can be planted per acre After planting , irrigate to enhance germination . Always i rrigate when necessary

Hot and arid climate is most suitable for guava. Guava can tolerate heat and litter. Irrigation should be done 10-15 days in heavy land and 5-7 days in light soil. Make a plate in depth and apply cow dung manure,  before the end of the rainfall in June-July Guava trees produce flowers and fruits thrice a year  After 120-140 days of flowering , the fruit begins to ripen. When the colour of the fruit starts falling light yellow, then it is harvested . Every year 400 to 600 fruits are obtained from a full grown guava plant, which weight 125 to 150 kg

High Density Guava Plantation in Tamil Nadu Guava is mostly grown under rain fed condition.  During winter season , irrigation is provided at an interval of 20-25 days During summer months it is provided at an interval of 10-15 days by the ring method. Drip irrigation has proved to be very beneficial for guava. About 60% of the water used for irrigation is saved.   Besides substantial increase in size and number of fruits is observed. Guavas prefer regular deep root watering, allow the soil to dry out somewhat between waterings. Provide regular water during the growing season, and reduce watering during the winter. Apply water at the base of the tree, avoiding its foliage getting wet to prevent fungal disease. The older branches of the guava tree produce larger size guava fruit. So to promote branch growth, the tree must receive regular water