Don’s Expert Answers: growing mangos

Question From:
Patricia Murphy in Taree, Taree New South Wales

Nature of problem:
growing mangos

Type of Plant (if known):
Mango

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
nil

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
not yet

How often do you water the plant:
dont

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
no plant as yet

How long since you planted it:
never

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
no

Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
no

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
no

What other treatments have you given the plant:
no plant at this time

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Other Comments:
can I grow a mango tree from the seed of the fruit

Answer:
Yes you can Patricia. AND 3 out of the approx 4 shoots from the seed are identical to the parent tree!! Plant it flat, about 3cm under the ground. Don