Are you eager to enjoy the fruits of your mango tree sooner rather than later? Grafting offers a promising solution to expedite fruit production. Follow these simple steps to graft your mango tree and shorten the time it takes to yield delicious mangoes:
Materials Needed:
Healthy mango tree (rootstock)
Mango scion (desired mango variety)
Sharp knife or blade
Grafting tape or rubber bands
Potting soil (optional)
Small pots or containers (optional)
Watering can or spray bottle
Step 1: Choose Your Scion Select a healthy mango scion, preferably from a tree known for producing high-quality fruits. Choose a scion with desirable characteristics such as flavor, size, and disease resistance.
Step 2: Prepare the Rootstock Identify a healthy branch on your mango tree that serves as the rootstock for grafting. Use a sharp knife or blade to make a clean, diagonal cut at the desired location on the rootstock branch.
Step 3: Prepare the Scion Trim the selected mango scion to a length of 6 to 8 inches, ensuring that it has at least three buds. Make a matching diagonal cut on the lower end of the scion to create a smooth surface for grafting.
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