Content

• Steps
• Part 1 of 2: Germinating the seed
• Drying the seeds
• Seed soaking
• Part 2 of 2: Planting a seedling
• Tips

The mango tree is one plant that can be easily grown from seed and is easy to care for. The size and flavor of the fruit depends on the variety you choose, so be sure to choose the ones you have tried and would like to grow. You can grow a mango tree in a pot to keep it small, or you can plant it in the ground to grow - either way, year after year, this juicy exotic fruit will bring you pleasure!

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Germinating the seed

1. 1 Find the parent mango tree. The best way to make sure your seed grows well in your area is to find a parent tree nearby. A nearby tree that bears good fruit will give you seeds that are the right variety for your climate. If you live in warm climates with mild winters, then you can probably find healthy mango trees in your area.
   • If you cannot find the mango tree, you can order the seeds or purchase them from the store. Make sure to choose a known cultivar that grows well in your area.
   • You can also try planting seeds from store-bought mangoes. However, it will be much more difficult to make sure that the seeds have a chance to survive in your climate, especially if the fruit was delivered to your grocery store from another state or state. Still worth a try!
2. 2 Check seeds for germination. Cut off the flesh of the mango to reveal the outer shell of the seed inside. Carefully cut the shell and open the seeds. Healthy mango seed looks fresh and has a brownish color. Sometimes the seeds dry out and turn gray if they are exposed to cold, and if this happens, then they are not suitable for use.
   • Cut the flesh on both sides as close to the seed as possible: place the flesh in the palm of your hand, carefully chop the fleshy part of the flesh on both sides, about 2 cm in each. Then turn the pulp upward to reveal the tasty cubes of mango pulp. Eat it as it is from the rind, or spoon it straight into the cup.
   • You should wear gloves when handling seeds. Mango seeds secrete a sap that can cause skin irritation.
3. 3 Choose a seed preparation method. You can use either the drying method or the soaking method as described below.

Drying the seeds

1. 1 Dry the seeds thoroughly with a paper towel. Place them in a sunny and ventilated place for about 3 weeks. After that, with one hand, try to open the seed, trying not to miss it; you just need to separate the two halves slightly and leave for another week.
2. 2 Pour fertile, well-drained soil into the container. Dig a small hole about 20 cm deep. Push the seed inward with the navel down.
3. 3 Water well and continue watering daily, or every other day, depending on the soil. After about 4-6 weeks, you will have a mango tree / sprout about 10-20 cm tall. Depending on the type of mango you ate, it can be deep purple, almost black, or a spectacular bright green.
4. 4 Grow the seedling to a size that will develop a strong, healthy root system. Then he is ready to plant in the garden.

Seed soaking

You can use this method instead of the drying method if you like.

1. 1 Loosen the seed. To "loosen" means to slightly scrape the outside of the seed to make it easier for it to germinate. Carefully make a small cut in the mango seed, or rub it with sandpaper or a metal brush just enough to break through the outer shell of the seed.
2. 2 Soak the seed. Place the seed in a small jar of water and place it in a warm place, such as a closet or shelf. Soak the seed for 24 hours.
3. 3 Remove the seeds from the jar and wrap them in a damp paper towel. Place the wrapped seeds in a plastic bag, cutting off one corner from it. Moisten the wipes constantly and wait for the seeds to germinate - usually it will take 1 to 2 weeks. Be sure to keep your seeds in a warm and humid place to help them germinate.
4. 4 Prepare the seedling pot. Start growing a seedling in a pot. Choose one large enough to hold the seed and fill it with a mixture of soil and compost. You could plant the seed directly in the ground, but initial potting will allow you to control your exposure to temperatures during the vulnerable early growth period.
5. 5 The sun strengthens the seedling. Place the pot outside in partial shade; so the seedling will get used to the sun and get stronger before you transplant it into a permanent place in the sun.

Part 2 of 2: Planting a seedling

1. 1 Transplant the seedling to an area in the open sun. Choose an area in the open sun where you will plant your mango tree. Make sure this is where you would like to grow your big tree - they grow big enough!
   • When replanting to a permanent location, find an area in your yard with good drainage. Also, think ahead; it should be a place that is not interfered with by any buildings, underground utilities or power lines.
   • Repot the seedling after it has developed a strong and healthy root system. The thickness at the base of the barrel should be about the size of an Australian 20 cent coin (about 5 cm).
   • You can keep the plant in a pot if you want a small, handy mango tree. It is ideal to leave it in a pot if you live in an area with a harsh winter, and then, when cold weather comes, you can bring the pot indoors.
2. 2 Plant a seedling. Dig a hole large enough for a tiny root ball of the seedling. The hole should be three times the size of the root ball. Add a third of a good quality soil mixture, a third of garden sand (not loam) and cover the rest with the excavated soil from the hole. Place the seedling in the hole, tamp the soil around the base and water thoroughly.
   • When replanting, be very careful not to break the seedling.
   • Keep the base of the trunk clean to prevent annular debarking of the young Tree of the Gods.
3. 3 Water the mango tree regularly and apply fertilizer with care. It will take at least 4-5 years for the mango tree grown from the seed to start bearing fruit. They slowly grow into adults, but it's worth the wait.
   • Don't overdo it with fertilizers. If you overuse them, the tree will focus more on leaf growth rather than fruiting.

Tips

• Trees grown from seed will begin to bear fruit in the sixth to eighth year.
• You can also purchase mango seeds from a seed company.