Seedling trees produce fruits of variable size and quality although such trees are generally long-lived. Guava is propagated from seeds and also by vegetative methods. IIHR, Bangalore, has developed two soft-seeded superior varieties viz., Arka Mridula and Arka Amulya. Different research institutes have been making efforts to develop some new varieties and hybrids. From the viewpoint of yield and quality, Lucknow-49 may be considered to be the most popular commercial cultivar. Other varieties preferred by the farmers are Apple, Baruipur Local, Benarasi, etc. The most popular guava Fruit cultivars are Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda and Harijha. Yield and quality improvement in areas with a distinct winter season. Young plants are susceptible to drought and cold conditions. Annual rainfall of below 1000 mm (40′) between June and September is the best for the growth of guava plants. It can grow from sea level to an altitude of about 1500 m (5000′). Guava Fruit is successfully grown under both tropical and subtropical climates.
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