Durian Seedling (Durio zibethinus)

Durian Seedling (Durio zibethinus): Seed-grown durian trees developing from a single germinated seed, characterized by a deep taproot, vigorous upright sapling stem, and slender dark-green leaves.

Unlike grafted or budded durian trees, seedling trees take 8 to 12 years to reach fruit maturity, often grow into massive forest-canopy trees unsuited for container culture, and produce fruits with unpredictable flavor, aril thickness, and flesh quality compared to named mother clones!

Description

Durian Seedling (Durio zibethinus) grows best in partial shade during its early growth stage and thrives in warm, humid tropical climates with abundant rainfall. Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. It prefers deep, fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter. Protect young seedlings from strong winds, harsh afternoon sunlight, and prolonged dry periods. As durian trees grow large, choose a spacious planting location with good drainage and shelter from strong winds.

Recommended Planting Method for Best Results

For healthy growth and strong establishment, prepare a 2–3 ft deep pit. If available, place a layer of green leaves at the bottom. Mix 1.5 kg bone meal, 1 kg oil cake, 20 kg raw cow or goat dung, and 100 g urea with an equal quantity of soil, then fill the pit and cover it with soil.

Leave the pit for about one month, watering it daily so the mixture decomposes well. After one month, mix the contents again and add 100 g calcium or dolomite. Wait one more week, then plant the sapling.

If you need to plant immediately and cannot wait for the one-month decomposition period, do not add oil cake or calcium/dolomite; use only the soil, manure, bone meal, and urea mixture for planting.