| NPK Ratio | 5-10-10 or similar |
| Soil Type | Well-drained, fertile soil with good organic matter content |
| pH of Soil | 6.0 to 7.5 |
| Climate | Temperate climates with long, sunny days |
| Temperature | 70°F to 78°F (21°C to 26°C) |
| Duration of Crop | 70 to 100 days to mature from planting to harvest |
| Rainfall | Moderate water but can tolerate drought conditions |
NPK Ratio - Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium Ratio pH of Soil - To measure the Acidity or Basicity of Soil