Sahavi 21 Kanha F1 Hybrid Bitter Gourd Seeds

Sahavi 21 Kanha F1 Hybrid Bitter Gourd Seeds

Sahavi 21 Kanha is a high-quality F1 Hybrid Bitter Gourd (Karela) variety developed for commercial vegetable cultivation. It produces attractive dark green, straight fruits with sharp prickles and an average fruit length of approximately 21–25 cm.

The fruits generally weigh around 100–120 grams and the crop reaches maturity in approximately 50–55 days under suitable growing conditions. The hybrid develops vigorous vines with excellent fruit-setting ability and offers good yield potential.

Sahavi 21 Kanha is also known for its excellent taste, good shipping quality and wide adaptability, making it suitable for commercial farmers supplying bitter gourd to local as well as distant vegetable markets.

Product Specifications

Key Features

• F1 Hybrid Variety: A commercial bitter gourd hybrid with desirable fruit and plant characteristics.
• Attractive Dark Green Fruits: Produces dark green fruits with excellent fresh-market appearance.
• Straight Fruit Shape: Fruits are straight and uniform with prominent sharp prickles.
• Ideal Fruit Length: Produces fruits approximately 21–25 cm long.
• 100–120 Gram Fruit Weight: Fruits generally attain a marketable weight of approximately 100–120 grams.
• Early Maturity: Crop reaches maturity in approximately 50–55 days under suitable cultivation conditions.
• Vigorous Plants: Strong vine growth supports healthy flowering and fruit development.
• Excellent Fruit Setting: Known for good and consistent fruit-setting ability under proper crop management.
• High Yield Potential: Suitable for growers looking for productive commercial bitter gourd cultivation.
• Excellent Taste: Fruits have desirable eating quality and are suitable for fresh vegetable consumption.
• Good Shipping Quality: Fruits have good transportability, making them suitable for distant markets.
• Wide Adaptability: Performs under a range of suitable growing environments when managed properly.

Fruit Characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Sahavi 21 Kanha develops vigorous vines with good flowering and fruit-setting ability. Proper support, spacing, irrigation and nutrient management help maintain healthy vine development throughout the crop period.

The hybrid is characterized by early maturity and excellent fruit setting, making it suitable for commercial growers seeking regular and marketable harvests.

Maturity & Harvesting

Sahavi 21 Kanha reaches maturity in approximately 50–55 days under suitable cultivation conditions. Actual harvesting time can vary according to climate, sowing season, soil fertility and crop-management practices.

Harvest fruits while they are tender, dark green and at the preferred marketable size. Regular harvesting helps maintain fruit quality and encourages continued fruit production.

Yield Potential

Sahavi 21 Kanha has high yield potential when cultivated under recommended growing conditions. Good vine management, balanced nutrition, adequate irrigation, proper pollination and timely pest and disease management are important for achieving optimum production.

Wide Adaptability

The hybrid is described as having wide adaptability, making it suitable for cultivation under different suitable bitter gourd-growing conditions. Crop performance may vary according to local climate, season, soil type and farm management.

Suitable For

• Commercial bitter gourd cultivation
• Fresh vegetable production
• Local vegetable markets
• Wholesale markets
• Long-distance transportation
• Farmers looking for dark green long bitter gourd
• Market-oriented vegetable cultivation

Sowing Guidelines

1. Select fertile and well-drained land for cultivation.
2. Prepare raised beds, ridges or pits according to the local cultivation system.
3. Sow healthy seeds at an appropriate depth in moist soil.
4. Avoid excessively deep sowing.
5. Maintain adequate moisture during germination.
6. Maintain sufficient spacing between plants for healthy vine development.
7. Provide suitable vine support or trellising where recommended.

Soil Requirements

Bitter gourd performs well in fertile, loose and well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Proper drainage is especially important because prolonged waterlogging can negatively affect root health and vine development.

Incorporate well-decomposed farmyard manure or compost during field preparation according to local agricultural recommendations.

Trellis & Vine Management

Providing proper support can help bitter gourd vines grow efficiently and improve crop management. A trellis or suitable support system can help keep fruits away from the soil and improve air circulation around the crop.

• Train vines onto the support structure where suitable.
• Maintain good air movement through the crop canopy.
• Remove severely damaged or diseased plant material.
• Avoid overcrowding of vines.

Irrigation Management

• Maintain adequate moisture during germination.
• Provide regular irrigation during active vine growth.
• Ensure sufficient moisture during flowering and fruit development.
• Avoid prolonged water stress.
• Avoid excessive irrigation and waterlogging.
• Adjust irrigation frequency according to soil type, temperature and rainfall.

Nutrient Management

Apply fertilizers according to soil-test results and recommendations of the local agriculture or horticulture department. Balanced crop nutrition supports vigorous vines, flowering, fruit setting and marketable fruit development.

Avoid excessive nitrogen because excessive vegetative growth may interfere with balanced flowering and fruit production.

Flowering & Pollination

Proper pollination is important for good fruit setting in bitter gourd. Protect pollinating insects, particularly bees, and avoid unnecessary insecticide application during periods of high pollinator activity.

Crop Management Tips

• Use healthy seeds and properly prepared land.
• Maintain adequate spacing for vine development.
• Provide suitable vine support where necessary.
• Keep the field relatively free from weeds.
• Apply balanced fertilizers according to crop requirements.
• Maintain adequate but not excessive irrigation.
• Regularly inspect plants for insect pests and diseases.
• Protect pollinators during flowering.
• Harvest marketable fruits regularly.

Harvesting Tips

• Harvest fruits while they are tender and dark green.
• Pick fruits after they reach the preferred marketable size.
• Do not allow fruits intended for the fresh market to become over-mature.
• Use a clean harvesting tool where required.
• Avoid damaging fruits and vines during harvesting.
• Harvest regularly to encourage continued fruit setting.
• Grade fruits according to size and quality before marketing.

Benefits for Commercial Farmers

• Early maturity of approximately 50–55 days.
• Dark green attractive fruits.
• Straight fruits with sharp prickles.
• Desirable fruit length of 21–25 cm.
• Average fruit weight of 100–120 grams.
• Vigorous plant growth.
• Excellent fruit-setting ability.
• High yield potential.
• Excellent eating quality.
• Good shipping and transportation quality.
• Wide adaptability.

Storage Instructions for Seeds

• Store the seed packet in a cool and dry location.
• Protect from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.
• Keep the packet sealed until sowing.
• Keep seeds separately from pesticides, fertilizers and other chemicals.
• Keep out of reach of children and animals.
• Use the seeds within the validity period printed on the original packet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sahavi 21 Kanha?

Sahavi 21 Kanha is an F1 Hybrid Bitter Gourd variety producing straight, dark green fruits with sharp prickles.

What is the fruit length of Sahavi 21 Kanha?

The fruits are approximately 21–25 cm long under suitable growing conditions.

What is the average fruit weight?

Fruits generally weigh approximately 100–120 grams.

What is the fruit colour?

Sahavi 21 Kanha produces attractive dark green fruits.

What is the maturity period?

The crop reaches maturity in approximately 50–55 days under suitable cultivation conditions.

Is Sahavi 21 Kanha an early variety?

Yes. It is described as an early-maturing hybrid with vigorous plant growth and excellent fruit setting.

Is Sahavi 21 Kanha suitable for transportation?

Yes. The fruits have excellent shipping quality, making them suitable for transport to local and distant vegetable markets.

Does Sahavi 21 Kanha have good yield potential?

Yes. The hybrid is characterized by high yield potential when grown under suitable crop-management conditions.

What is the taste quality of this bitter gourd?

The variety is described as having excellent taste and good eating quality.

What is the net weight of the Sahavi 21 Kanha seed packet?

The packet contains 10 grams of F1 Hybrid Bitter Gourd seeds.

Disclaimer

Seed performance, fruit weight, fruit length, maturity and yield may vary according to climate, soil type, season, irrigation, nutrition, pollination, pest and disease pressure, and overall crop-management practices. Always follow the instructions printed on the original Sahavi Hybrid Seeds packet and local agricultural recommendations.