How long is the growth cycle of coconut?

Coconut Growth Introduction

Coconuts are suitable for growing on low-altitude marine alluvial soils and are mainly distributed in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The main producing areas are the Philippines, China, India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and other countries.

Coconut growth cycle

It usually takes 5 to 6 years for a coconut to grow from a seedling to bear fruit. The peak production period is 15 to 18 years. A single plant can produce 40 to 80 fruits, and some can produce more than 100. The economic life span is over 80 years.

Coconut growth rate

Coconut trees are developed from coconut seedlings grown from old coconuts in a humid environment. They can grow 2-3 meters a year. The economic lifespan of tall coconut trees is about 80 years, while that of dwarf coconut trees is only about 20-40 years.

Coconut Growth Cycle Management

The annual yield of coconuts is about 40 to 60 per tree, and the annual yield of hybrid coconuts is about 180 to 200 per tree. In addition, hybrid coconuts are also highly resistant to wind and insect pests.

Temperature management : Coconut trees are best grown in an environment of 26-28 degrees, with a daily temperature difference of no more than 5-7 degrees. If the temperature is too low, the coconut tree will go dormant and will not bloom or bear fruit.

Fertilization management : Coconut trees require a lot of nutrients to grow. Fertilization should be done by digging trenches, and fertilizer needs to be applied twice in spring and winter.