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Litchi is a fruit crop, a perennial. Sow it in Jun–Sep (planting) and expect to harvest in 5–7 years to bear. It wants a pH of 5.5–7.0 (slightly acid) and 20–35°C. Plant at 8 × 8 m. A good crop returns around 8–12 t. Watch for fruit borer, mite, fruit cracking.

Growing Litchi

6 sentences from our guides, quoted exactly

Banaskantha district in north Gujarat has pockets of suitable subtropical microclimates where litchi can succeed if you match valley sites, water availability and management to the crop's needs.
How to Grow Litchi in Banaskantha: A Practical Guide
Introduction: is litchi feasible in Kutch?
Growing Litchi in Kutch: Practical Farming Guide
Litchi tolerates slightly acidic to neutral soils (pH 5.0–7.0).
How to Grow Litchi in Karnataka: Complete Farming Guide
Introduction Litchi (Litchi chinensis) is a high-value tropical fruit that can suit select pockets of Kerala with slightly higher elevation, well-drained soils and a distinct cool spell to induce flowering.
Litchi in Kerala: Practical Guide from Sowing to Selling
Introduction Litchi (Litchi chinensis) can be a profitable horticultural crop in parts of Saurashtra if you match site, variety and management to local conditions.
Litchi in Saurashtra: Practical Cultivation Guide
Irrigation Litchi trees need regular irrigation, especially in the first 3–4 years and during fruit development.
Litchi in Ludhiana: Complete Cultivation Guide

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Crop intelligence

Going in during August

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Crop Sow Days pH Temp °C Yield
Guava Jul–Aug (planting) 2–3 yr to bear 6.0–7.5 23–30 20–25 t
Pomegranate Jul–Aug (planting) 2–3 yr to bear 6.5–7.5 20–35 15–20 t
Ber (Indian Jujube) Jul–Aug (planting) 2–3 yr to bear 6.0–8.5 20–35 15–20 t
Calamondin Jul–Aug 2–3 yr 5.5–6.5 18–32 12–20 t
Tea Jun–Aug (planting) 3–4 yr to pluck 4.5–5.5 18–30 2–3 t made tea
Oil Palm Jun–Sep (planting) 3–4 yr to bear 5.0–7.0 24–32 20–25 t FFB
Lemon Jul–Aug (planting) 3–4 yr to bear 6.0–7.5 20–32 15–20 t
Jojoba Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 6.0–8.0 20–35 1.5–3 t
Feijoa Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 5.5–7.0 10–25 10–15 t
Loquat Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 6.0–7.5 15–30 10–15 t
Jujube Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 6.0–8.0 15–35 10–15 t
Grapefruit Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 5.5–7.5 15–35 20–30 t
Citron Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 5.5–7.5 18–32 15–25 t
Kumquat Jul–Aug 3–4 yr 5.5–6.5 12–30 8–14 t

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