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Sapota (Chikoo)All seasonsGrafted variety (on khirni rootstock)Updated 6 September 2026

DHS-1

A Dharwad (Karnataka) selection valued for early bearing and high yield, specifically adapted to north Karnataka's drier growing conditions.

SeasonAll seasons
Maturity periodFirst bearing ~3 years (grafted, earlier than most)
Expected yield110–150 kg/tree/year at full bearing
Suitable soilLoam

Quick facts

Crop
Sapota (Chikoo)
Type
Grafted variety (on khirni rootstock)
Season
All seasons
Maturity period
First bearing ~3 years (grafted, earlier than most)
Expected yield
110–150 kg/tree/year at full bearing
Suitable soil
Loam

About this variety

DHS-1 is a sapota selection from Dharwad, Karnataka, valued for two practical traits: it comes into bearing a little earlier than most grafted sapota varieties, at around three years rather than the usual three to four, and it gives a heavier yield once established. It is specifically adapted to the drier growing conditions of north Karnataka, where it performs more reliably than varieties developed for the higher-rainfall coastal belts.

Key characteristics

    Plant typeGrafted variety (on khirni rootstock)
    MaturityFirst bearing ~3 years (grafted, earlier than most)
    Yield potential110–150 kg/tree/year at full bearing
    Disease resistanceNo special resistance claimed
    SoilLoam
    SeasonAll seasons

Yield & maturity

Maturity period

First bearing ~3 years (grafted, earlier than most)

Expected yield

110–150 kg/tree/year at full bearing

Actual yield depends on sowing time, soil, irrigation, weather, seed quality and crop management.

Pest & disease considerations

Major diseases

  • No special resistance claimed

Advantages & considerations

Why farmers may choose it

  • Comes into bearing a little earlier than most grafted varieties (~3 years)
  • Heavier yield potential (110–150 kg/tree/year) once established
  • Well adapted to north Karnataka's drier growing conditions

Things to consider

  • Best documented for north Karnataka's specific drier conditions
  • No special disease resistance claimed

Suitable regions

States this variety is recommended for — check locally, since a state can have more than one recommended zone.

  • north Karnataka