A Simple But Rewarding Way of Chayote Farming - Our Chayote Farming Journey

Hello, fellow farmers and Gardeners here on hive! Most especially here @hivegarden community.

I’m back to share another glimpse of crop from our farm. The last time we went home to my province, I saw the vast chayote (sayote) plantation of my sister and her husband. The chayote were lush green and full of fruit, so I couldn’t resist taking some photos to share and show you how they care for and earn from this crop.

This chayote isn’t just like growing randomly on the ground. Instead, they set up strong posts with wires above, and then plant the chayote underneath. To help the plants climb the wires, they attach sticks so the vines can easily grab on and spread above the wires. This setup is perfect because when it’s time to harvest, you can simply go underneath the vines and pick the chayote directly. Easy and time saving right. Hihi

When the chayote grows in this setup, the fruits stay a vibrant green. If the fruits grow along the ground, they sometimes turn white and burned by the sunlight, which buyers usually don’t prefer. So this technique keeps the fruits looking healthy, fresh, green and appealing which most buyers prefer.

Another advantage of this method is easier harvesting and generally more abundant fruit. Chayote is delicious, especially when added to chicken, the recipe we called tinola!

Maintenance is simple, they just remove dry leaves to prevent overcrowding, which also helps the fruits grow better. We don’t use pesticides here, and fertilizers are only applied occasionally at the base or beside the main roots of the chayote.

Growing chayote this way is low-cost yet very rewarding, especially when market prices are high. You can earn more profit if you have this kind of crop. It’s a practical, sustainable, and productive method that really works in our province!

Alright that's all about our chayote plant, Thank you so much for stopping by and reading my simple farming blog. I really appreciate your time and support. Always remember to keep smiling and stay safe! Mabuhay!