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Your Plant at a Glance
You receive: 1 live Chiku (Sapota) Plant
Approx. plant height: Approx. 6–12 inches (measured from soil level)
Supplied in: Nursery Grow Bag
Plant size, shape and fullness may vary naturally. A decorative pot is not included.
Chiku, also known as Sapota, is a tropical fruit plant suited to warm, sunny outdoor spaces. Its dense green foliage makes it attractive even while young, and it can be grown in a large container during the early stages before being shifted as it matures.
Highlights
Popular tropical fruit plant
Suitable for sunny terraces, courtyards and gardens
Can be maintained in a large container while young
Prefers warm growing conditions
Ships in a nursery grow bag for safer plant transit
Care Guide
Light: Give 5–6 or more hours of sunlight daily.
Water: Water thoroughly when the top layer starts to dry. Avoid keeping the soil constantly wet.
Soil: Use a fertile, well-draining potting mix.
Temperature: Prefers warm tropical to subtropical conditions.
Pruning: Light formative pruning can help maintain shape as the plant develops.
Specifications
Common Name: Chiku / Sapota
Scientific Name: Manilkara zapota
Plant Type: Outdoor fruit plant
Plant Height: Approx. 6–12 inches (measured from soil level)
Ships In: Nursery Grow Bag
Care Level: Moderate
Pet Safety: Keep away from pets that chew plants.
FAQs
Can Chiku be grown in a pot? Yes, especially while young. Use a larger container as the plant grows.
How much sunlight does it need? Give it at least 5–6 hours of sunlight daily for healthy growth.
How often should I water it? Water when the top layer of soil begins to dry, while avoiding waterlogging.
Will the plant arrive with fruit? No fruit is guaranteed at delivery. Fruiting depends on maturity, season and growing conditions.
Plant Care Guide
Light: Give 5–6 or more hours of sunlight daily.
Watering: Water thoroughly when the top layer starts to dry. Avoid keeping the soil constantly wet.
Soil: Use a fertile, well-draining potting mix.
Temperature: Prefers warm tropical to subtropical conditions.
Maintenance: Light formative pruning can help maintain shape as the plant develops.
Plants are selected and cared for at the nursery before packing.
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Securely Packed
Each plant is packed to help protect the plant, growing medium and foliage during transit.
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Delivered to Your Door
Your plant is shipped across India and arrives ready to settle into its new home.
Product Specifications
Know exactly what you’re bringing home.
Scientific Name
Manilkara zapota
Plant Type
Outdoor Plant
Approx. Plant Height
6–12 inches (from soil level)
Ships In
Nursery Grow Bag
Care Level
Moderate
Pet Safety
Keep Away from Pets that Chew Plants
Supplied As
1 live plant in nursery grow bag
Frequently Asked Questions
A few things you may want to know before bringing this plant home.
How often should I water this plant?
When Top Soil Begins to Dry.
Always check the soil before watering and avoid letting the pot remain waterlogged.
Where should I keep this plant?
This plant does best in 5–6+ hours sunlight.
Is this plant safe for pets?
Keep Away from Pets that Chew Plants.
If you have curious pets, keep the plant where they cannot chew the leaves.
Will my plant look exactly like the photo?
Plants are living products, so leaf shape, colour, fullness and height can vary naturally.
We aim to send a healthy plant close to the size and appearance shown on the product page.
How will this plant be supplied?
It is supplied as 1 live plant in a nursery grow bag.
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