Growing Mango from Seed Indoors: Possible, But No Fruit

Germination Success

Atlanta gardener germinated mango seed (root emerging). Seed turned black at edges after hours in sun on wet towel. Asks if normal, and if mango can live indoors long-term.

Correct Method

• Plant in damp soil, cover pot with plastic bag to retain moisture.
• Keep soil from drying out until plant forms.
• Gradually up-pot with minimal root disturbance.
• Full sun window indoors.

Indoor Reality

Will grow as a foliage plant but will not fruit indoors. Needs tropical ground conditions for production. Black edges on seed = drying out/sun damage. Keep covered and moist.