Studies on flowering behavior in guava genotypes of Jabalpur region
Deepak Singh, Chandra Shekhar Pandey, SK Pandey, Umesh Kumar Chanderia, Rajnee Sharma and Shailendra Sagar Prajapati
A study was conducted to assess the flowering behaviour of 33 guava genotypes of Jabalpur district of MP. Under this study, various guava genotypes were evaluated for their flowering characteristics over two consecutive years. Genotype JG-309 consistently exhibited the earliest flowering, while late flowering was observed in genotypes JG-311 and JG-330. The timing of full bloom varied among genotypes as influenced by both genetic factors and environmental conditions. Significant diversity was observed in the number of floral buds (11.66 to 16) and open flowers per shoot (11.33 to 13.16) across genotypes, reflecting variations in reproductive capacity. Understanding these variations is crucial for effective orchard management, including pruning, fertilization and pest control. Moreover, the duration of flowering (23 to 48 days) varied widely among genotypes, with implications for harvest timing and fruit quality. Genotypes were categorized into short, medium and long flowering duration groups, highlighting the influence of varietal characteristics and local climate on flowering dynamics. These findings contribute to our understanding of guava flowering patterns and provide insights for optimizing cultivation practices to enhance yield and fruit quality.
