Production season |
Best grown in summer between August and April. However, in Zimbabwe people tend to grow it all year round |
Area to plant |
1ha/10 000m2 (100mx100m) |
1000m2 (20mx50m) |
100m2 (10mx10m) |
Seed required |
2.5 kg-3 kg |
250g-300g |
25g-30g |
Plant population |
15 000-20 000 |
1 500-2 000 |
150-200 |
Plant spacing in row |
45cm-60cm |
Spacing between rows |
120cm-150cm |
Compound D Fertilizer kg/ha |
400-600 |
40-60 |
4-6 |
AN Top dressing kg/ha |
100-250 |
10-25 |
1-2.5 |
Manure kg/ha |
25 000 |
2 500 |
250 |
Days to Harvest |
70 to 150 days depending on the season and variety |
Harvest duration |
30 to 60 days |
See Brassicas common pests and diseases and their control for chemical options. |
Irrigation |
Overhead, Pivot, Micro-jet and Drip systems are all suitable methods. Ensure the soil is moist at all times. |
Post-harvest handling |
fruits are cut and harvested individually |
Normal packaging |
Fruits |
Fruits |
Fruits |
Estimated Yield (kg/ha) |
10 000-15 000 |
100-1500 |
100-150 |