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Jackfruit

Jackfruit

Artocarpus heterophyllus

Medium difficulty{Summer}
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Sunlight
6-8 hours
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Watering
Regular watering, keep moist but not waterlogged
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Min pot size
20" pot
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Start from
Grafted sapling

About Jackfruit

Traditionally a massive forest tree, jackfruit seems impossible for a terrace. However, breakthrough early-fruiting dwarf varieties from Southeast Asia, when grafted, fruit at just 3-4 feet tall and can be successfully managed in extra-large drums if pruned aggressively.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
20-30°C
Heat stress above
35°C
Cold stress below
10°C
Humidity
Moderate
Rain sensitivity
Low

Growth stages

Stage 1
Establishment
Day 0–180
Stage 2
Growth
Day 181–730
Stage 3
Flowering
Day 731–900
Stage 4
Fruiting
Day 901–1095

Common pests and diseases

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