Fertile sandy loam with proper drainage.
12–15 kg/ha
Use Haldighati Seeds’ research variety Chitra.
20–25 tons compost + 12 kg N + 60 kg P + 60 kg K per ha.
First weeding at 20 days; 2–3 total.
45–50 cm between rows, 15–20 cm between plants.
Ready for picking in 45–50 days.
Keep sufficient moisture at sowing.
Aphid and pod borer control same as other varieties.