Giant Hybrid cocoa seedlings are nursery-raised hybrid cocoa plants for establishing a new cocoa farm or filling gaps in an old one. Hybrid cocoa is chosen for vigour and earlier bearing than old local trees. Cocoa grows best in the humid forest belt of southern Nigeria, such as Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Ogun, Ekiti, Cross River and Edo. Young plants need shade, steady moisture and good weed control in the first two years. It suits new and existing cocoa farmers.
Product details
- Crop: Cocoa
- Variety: Giant Hybrid
- Type: Hybrid seedling in nursery bag
- Maturity: Early-bearing hybrids usually start podding about 18-24 months after transplanting, with good care
- Best for: Humid forest zone; deep, well-drained soil
- Selling unit: Per seedling as listed
How to plant
- Transplant early in the rainy season (April to June) once rains are steady.
- Prepare temporary shade first, for example plantain or banana, and keep some tall forest trees.
- Space cocoa at about 3 m by 3 m (around 1,100 plants per hectare).
- Dig holes about 30-40 cm deep. Remove the bag, plant at the same depth and firm the soil.
Care after planting
- Keep the young plants shaded and weed-free; weed by hand or slashing around the base.
- Mulch to hold moisture through the first dry season.
- Apply a cocoa fertilizer or NPK in a ring around each plant in the rainy season, following your extension advice.
- Watch for black pod and capsids once the trees start bearing and act early.
Delivery of live plants
Seedlings travel in nursery bags with their soil. When they arrive, keep them in light shade and water them. Plant them out within a few days so the roots do not dry or coil in the bag.
Frequently asked questions
How many cocoa seedlings do I need per hectare?
At 3 m by 3 m spacing you need about 1,100 seedlings per hectare, or about 450 per acre. Add a few extra for gap-filling.
When will Giant Hybrid cocoa start producing?
With good shade, weeding and feeding, early-bearing hybrids usually start podding about 18-24 months after transplanting. Full production comes a few years later.
Do hybrid cocoa seedlings need shade?
Yes. Young cocoa burns in full sun. Provide temporary shade such as plantain in the first two to three years.
Can I grow cocoa in the north?
Cocoa needs high rainfall and humidity. It is best in the southern forest belt; the dry north is not suitable without special care.
Delivery
We deliver across Nigeria. Orders within Oyo State of ₦200,000 and above ship free, or you can pick up from our store. Need advice on the right product or quantity? WhatsApp us on 0810 845 2311.
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