- 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 watering.
- 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
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