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Clone the Best-Master the Art of Mango Tree Grafting for Faster Fruiting

➤Understand Why Grafting Is Done:
Grafting ensures the new mango tree inherits desirable traits like early fruiting, high yield, and disease resistance from the parent tree.
➤Choose the Right Grafting Method:
The most common techniques for mango trees are cleft grafting, veneer grafting, and epicotyl grafting, depending on the age and size of the rootstock.
➤Select Healthy Rootstock and Scion:
Use a vigorous young seedling as rootstock and a mature, disease-free branch (scion) from a proven mango variety.
➤Timing Is Key for Success:
The best time to graft mango trees is late spring to early summer, when both scion and rootstock are actively growing.
➤Make Clean, Angled Cuts:
Use a sharp, sterilized knife to make precise cuts that allow for a snug fit between the scion and rootstock.
➤Secure the Graft Firmly:
Bind the graft union with grafting tape or polythene strip to hold it in place and prevent moisture loss.
➤Keep the Graft Area Moist but Not Wet:
Place the grafted plant in a shaded, humid area and water sparingly to avoid rot while ensuring the plant stays hydrated.
➤Watch for Signs of Success:
New leaf growth from the scion in 2–4 weeks signals a successful graft union.
➤Remove Rootstock Shoots:
Prune away any shoots from the rootstock below the graft to redirect energy into the grafted scion.
➤Gradually Acclimate to Full Sun:
Once the graft is established, slowly expose the young plant to sunlight over a few days to avoid shock.