Today I decided to try and grow some new Mango trees using the cutting method. A new growth branch should be used. Cut the branch near the node and remove all the leaves.
Cuttings should be 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) long. Remember the direction of the growth before making cuttings. The bottom is the end that was connected to the tree. Take a 6-8 cutting that has two or three leaf nodes (see leaf nodes circled above). Make an angled cut about an inch (1-2 cm) below the bottom leaf node (see arrow).
Add 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) of river sand or pores soil in a container and water well. Dip the bottom of the cutting in water and then in rooting hormone (in you have it). Use something to make a 2 inch (5 cm) deep hole in the soil and place the cutting. Once all the cuttings are planted, cover with plastic or place in a plastic bag and close. Place in a shaded, but warm location. Uncover and spray with water mist every 10 days. Once the cuttings start to grow leaves, remove the plastic and place in the sun. In a few weeks, the cuttings can be separated and transplanted in their own containers.
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