Mangosteen Fruit Seeds - Sweet and Tropical Fruit for Your Garden

The Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana) is a tropical fruit tree celebrated for its sweet, juicy fruits and rich flavor. Perfect for home gardens and edible landscaping, this exotic variety produces high-quality fruits that add both beauty and flavor to your garden, making it a favorite among tropical fruit enthusiasts.

Features:

1. Sweet and Juicy Fruits: Delicious tropical fruits perfect for fresh consumption, desserts, and preserves.
2. High Yielding: Produces multiple fruits per season under proper care.
3. Ornamental Value: Attractive foliage enhances garden aesthetics.
4. Easy to Grow: Suitable for gardeners in tropical and subtropical regions.
5. Exotic Variety: Adds a distinctive and tropical touch to home gardens.

Specifications:

1. Scientific Name: Garcinia mangostana
2. Common Name (US): Mangosteen
3. Seed Type: Open-pollinated
4. Growth Habit: Evergreen tropical tree
5. Maturity: 3–5 years from seed to fruiting
6. Plant Height: 10–20 feet depending on growing conditions
7. Spacing: 8–12 feet apart
8. Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with pH 5.5–6.5
9. Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
10. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid waterlogging
11. USDA Hardiness Zones: 10–11
12. Planting Season: Spring or early summer
13. Sowing Method: Start seeds indoors in warm conditions; transplant seedlings outdoors when frost-free
14. Germination Temperature: 75–85°F (24–29°C)
15. Harvesting: Pick fruits when fully ripe, firm, and aromatic

Planting Guide:

1. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to improve germination.
2. Sow seeds in pots or trays with well-draining tropical soil mix.
3. Keep seeds in a warm, bright environment until germination (2–4 weeks).
4. Transplant seedlings outdoors in frost-free, sunny locations.
5. Water regularly during establishment and mulch to retain soil moisture.