How to Graft a Kent Mango Tree

The Kent mango tree is a product of Florida, propagated through grafting rather than seed production. The seedlings of the mango tree, in all varieties, do not produce fruit for six to ten years when grown from seed. Therefore, grafting is necessary to propagate trees that will produce fruits much quicker. The Kent mango tree is a large tree with a long life span that flowers red-yellow flowers. The tree undergoes a growth cycle twice per year, making it possible to gather scion samples often. While cleft and side grafting are successful on the mango tree, commercial growers prefer chip grafting for the best results.

Things You'll Need

• Grafting knife
• Nursery adhesive tape

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Cut into the scion tree below the bud at a 45-degree angle. Cut 1 inch above the bud, slicing the grafting knife behind the bud, cutting a chip from the tree. The bud should be on the chip, with wood behind it for stability.

   • 2

     Repeat the same size cut in the same manner in the grafting location on the rootstock tree. Ensure the chips are the same size so the bud chip will fit snugly into place.

   • 3

     Firm the bud chip into the location of the removed wood on the rootstock tree. Secure it in place with nursery adhesive tape.

   • 4

     Remove the tape when growth has begun and the grafted pieces have fused together.