Propagates by seed from selected mother trees extracted from the fresh fruit. Seeds germinate in 2-6 weeks and seedlings are raised in shaded nursery beds. Seedlings respond positively to controlled watering, excellent drainage, adequate spacing for sturdy growth, and timely hardening-off by reduced shading and watering. Saplings should be planted under temporary shade once they reach a height of >50 cm (within one year). In the dry season, young trees may need extra water. Standard spacing is 8 m x 8 m but spacing from 6 m x 8 m to 8 m x 11 m optimal and rectangular pattern facilitates intercropping in the early years. Prefers deep, fertile, and moist but well-drained soil (fails to flower in very moist conditions) in either full sun or partial shade. Use periodic summer irrigation. Fertilization with manure in with shallow trenches ~50-150 cm away from the tree. 15 kg of organic manure, 18 g phosphorous, and 50 g potash should be applied per plant for young trees and 40-50 kg of organic manure, 250 g phosphorous, 300 g nitrogen, and 750 g potash for mature trees (≥15 years). Organic manure applied at the beginning of monsoons and fertilizers applied twice from May-June and September-October. Mulching with fallen leaves and application of river-silt are also beneficial and weeding should be done at regular intervals. Thinning recommended to reduce branch overcrowding in trees. Dead and diseased shoots should be removed 1-2x/year. Above 1000 masl they generally do not produce until 6-15 years of age and attain full production at 20-30 years with a bumper clove harvest only occurring every 3-4 years interspersed with years of poor harvest. Can live more than 100 years and is commonly intercropped.