Jumbo In-shell Pistachio
Kale Ghuchi pistachios
Pistachios are one of the most delicious nuts, and KALE GHUCHI Pistachios have the largest and heaviest kernels among pistachios. this pistachio was identified and selected for the first time by Haj Ali Sharifi in Dehno village of Rafsanjan. because of the size of this type, it is called jumbo. In Iran, we know it as Kale Ghuchi, Kaleh Ghuchi means the head of the ram.
The appearance of Kale Ghuchi Pistachios
- Kale Ghuchi pistachios are round and large.
- The color of the shell is dark bone color.
- The skin of the edible kernel of these nuts is dark red.
- The edible kernel is pale green.
Size of Jumbo Pistachios
Kale Ghuchi pistachios are available in the following size:
18-20 | 20-22 | 22-24 | 24-26 | 26-28
Jumbo Pistachio tree
The Kale Ghuchi tree has stronger and thicker branches than the round pistachio. the average height of this tree reaches 5.5 meters. the diameter of the trunk of this tree is larger than other types of pistachios. It is sensitive to pests and needs a lot of care. 2 liters of water per day in spring and 3 liters per day in summer are recommended for pistachio seedlings.
Flowering & Harvesting
The flowering time of this pistachio plant is from the end of March to the beginning of April. The bud in the jumbo pistachio is spherical in shape, because this tree flowers early, it is more exposed to frost and may be damaged. the harvest time of this product is from early September to early October.
Cultivation Site
Kerman, Khorasan, Sabzevar, …