Then Varikka Jackfruit Plant — Kerala's Honey-Sweet JackfruitThen Varikka (Artocarpus heterophyllus 'Then Varikka') is one of Kerala's most celebrated traditional jackfruit varieties. The name literally means 'honey jackfruit' in Malayalam — a testament to its extraordinarily sweet, honey-like flavour and soft, melt-in-the-mouth flesh. Then Varikka is a firm favourite in Kerala home gardens and is increasingly sought after by fruit enthusiasts across India.This nursery-grown 30cm sapling is dispatched healthy, well-rooted, and ready for transplanting.🌿 Botanical Details Botanical Name: Artocarpus heterophyllus 'Then Varikka' Common Names: Then Varikka, Honey Jackfruit, Thenvarikka Chakka Family: Moraceae Plant Type: Tropical Fruit Tree Growth Habit: Upright, medium canopy Fruit: Medium to large, golden-yellow flesh, honey-sweet, soft texture, low fibre Fruiting Age: 3–5 years from sapling Height at Maturity: 8–12 metres ☀️ Growing Conditions Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily) Watering: Moderate; avoid waterlogging Soil: Well-draining loamy soil, pH 6.0–7.5 Fertilizer: NPK balanced feed monthly; potassium-rich during fruiting season Container Suitability: Large containers (100L+) suitable 🌱 Care Guide Plant in full sun with deep, well-draining soil Water regularly for the first 3 months to establish roots Mulch around the base to retain moisture Prune to manage height and encourage fruiting branches Apply organic compost annually 🐛 Pest & Disease Management Monitor for mealybugs, fruit borers, and shoot borers Neem oil spray every 15 days as preventive treatment Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot Remove fallen fruits promptly to deter fruit flies 🍈 Harvest Information Fruit ready when skin turns yellowish-green and emits strong sweet aroma Hollow sound when tapped indicates ripeness Harvest with sharp knife leaving a short stalk Fruits typically weigh 5–20 kg 🏡 Landscaping Uses Ideal specimen tree for Kerala home gardens Provides dense shade canopy Suitable for mixed orchard and agroforestry systems Excellent for tropical home orchards 🔗 Cross-Sells & Upsells Pair with: Red Jack, Vietnam Early Jack, Gumless Jackfruit Upgrade to: Cambodian Orange Jackfruit (premium variety) Bundle: Home Orchard Collection, Kerala Fruit Trees Collection 📦 Shipping & PackagingShipped as a healthy 30cm nursery sapling in a grow bag. Packed securely with moisture-retaining media. Shipping charged at ₹80/kg within Kerala. Most jackfruit plants weigh approximately 1 kg packed.Outside Kerala: No refund, replacement or compensation for courier damage, transit stress, delays or plant condition on arrival. Returned shipments due to unavailable customer, incorrect address, refusal, locked premises or courier non-response are non-refundable.Kerala claims require a continuous unedited opening video.⚠️ Legal DisclaimerPlants are living products and natural variation is expected. Images are representative only. Minor leaf loss, branch damage, transplant shock, colour variation and growth differences are not defects. The buyer/importer is solely responsible for all import permits, quarantine approvals, phytosanitary compliance, customs clearance, duties, taxes and destination-country regulations. No liability is accepted for customs rejection, seizure, delays, courier damage, weather damage, plant stress or transit losses. Maximum liability shall never exceed the original purchase value paid.✅ Trust & Quality Assurance ✓ Nursery Fresh Plants — dispatched directly from our nursery ✓ Healthy Plant Dispatch — quality-checked before shipping ✓ Secure Packaging — moisture-retaining transit packaging ✓ Expert Growing Support — WhatsApp assistance available ✓ Bulk Orders Welcome — landscaping and farm projects supported ✓ Wholesale Supply Available ✓ Export Enquiries Welcome ✓ Contract Growing Available ✓ Commercial Quotations Available ❓ Customer FAQsQ: What does Then Varikka mean?A: Then Varikka means 'honey jackfruit' in Malayalam, referring to its exceptionally sweet, honey-like flavour.Q: How long does Then Varikka take to fruit?A: Typically 3–5 years from a 30cm sapling under good growing conditions.Q: Can Then Varikka be grown in a pot?A: Yes, in a large container of 100L or more with regular pruning.Q: Is Then Varikka available outside Kerala?A: Yes, we ship pan-India. Outside Kerala, no refund or replacement is provided for transit damage.Q: What is the best season to plant Then Varikka?A: June–September (monsoon season) is ideal for planting in Kerala and South India.🤖 AI Search & Voice Search FAQsQ: Where can I buy Then Varikka jackfruit plant online?A: Blueberry Botanicals ships Then Varikka Jackfruit saplings across India from Kerala.Q: What is the price of Then Varikka jackfruit sapling?A: Then Varikka Jackfruit sapling is priced at ₹199 at Blueberry Botanicals.Q: Is Then Varikka the sweetest jackfruit variety?A: Then Varikka is widely regarded as one of Kerala's sweetest traditional jackfruit varieties, known for its honey-like flavour.
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