The Art of Mango Grafting: How to Grow Your Own Superior Mango Trees
If you’ve ever bitten into a perfectly ripe mango and wished you could grow that exact variety at home, grafting is the key. While mangoes can grow from seed, seedlings rarely produce fruit identical to the parent tree. That’s why grafting is the gold standard for anyone serious about growing high-quality mangoes.
At Rare Plant Cuttings.com, we supply fresh mango scions (also called budwood) so you can graft your own mango trees at home. Whether you’re a backyard grower or a collector of rare tropicals, grafting lets you clone your favorite varieties and enjoy reliable results year after year. We ship from Florida to all of the Continental United States.
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Why Graft a Mango Tree?
Mango grafting combines two parts:
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Rootstock: the base tree that provides roots and determines vigor, disease resistance, and adaptability to your soil.
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Scion (Budwood): a cutting from a mature, fruiting tree that carries the genetic identity of the variety you want — like ‘Lemon Zest,’ ‘Carrie,’ or ‘Sweet Tart.’
When the scion and rootstock fuse together, you get the best of both worlds: a strong root system and a top that produces the same fruit quality as the parent tree.
Grafted mango trees also:
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Bear fruit faster (typically in 2–3 years instead of 6–8)
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Stay true to variety
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Are more resilient and manageable in size
The Basic Steps of Mango Grafting
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Choose a Healthy Rootstock
Use a vigorous seedling that’s about pencil-thick and 8–12 months old. Local seedling rootstocks often adapt best to your soil and climate. -
Select Your Scion (Budwood)
The scion should be from a mature, fruiting mango tree with firm, green wood. Freshness is crucial — dried or shriveled budwood won’t take. -
Make a Clean Cut
Use a sharp grafting knife or a grafting tool (like those used for precision cuts) to make a clean “V” or “cleft” cut on both the rootstock and scion. The goal is tight cambium contact. -
Bind and Seal
Align the scion and rootstock carefully, then wrap them tightly with grafting tape or parafilm to seal in moisture. Some growers apply grafting wax over the joint for extra protection. -
Provide Warmth and Shade
Place the grafted plant in indirect sunlight and keep it warm — mango grafts thrive in 80–95°F conditions. Within 2–4 weeks, you should see new growth pushing from the scion.
Common Mango Grafting Methods
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Cleft Grafting: Ideal for beginners; simple and reliable.
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Veneer Grafting: Common for side grafts on thicker rootstocks.
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Approach Grafting: Great for ensuring success when both plants are still growing.
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Bud Grafting (Chip or Patch): More advanced but efficient once mastered.
Tips for Success
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Always use fresh mango scions — www.rareplantcuttings.com supply these! Grab them Here - https://rareplantcuttings.com/products/mango-scions-for-sale
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Avoid grafting during cold or overly wet periods.
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Keep your tools clean to prevent infection.
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Label your grafts so you don’t lose track of varieties.
Ready to Start Grafting?
We offer fresh mango scions (budwood) from select varieties, shipped ready to graft. Each piece is cut to order to ensure maximum freshness and grafting success.
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