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Detailed explanation-1: -Since early seed germination is one of the criteria for selection of seedlings, the storing and sowing of seed nuts must be in lots rather than in a staggered manner. The seedlings should be at least 9 to 12 months old at planting. In general, seedlings of 9 to 18 months can be considered the best for plating.

Detailed explanation-2: -The best time to plant a coconut tree is in the summer. Coconut trees need a minimum temperature of 72 °F (22 °C) to grow. Patience is a virtue when growing a coconut tree. Most trees take up to 3 months to germinate and up to 5 years to mature and produce fruit.

Detailed explanation-3: -Maturity of Seed Nut In Tall varieties, it takes 11-12 months to become a matured seed nut whereas in dwarfs, nuts will mature in 10-11 months after emergence of the inflorescence.

Detailed explanation-4: -Coconut grow throughout the year so are not a seasonal crop like most tree nuts. One coconut takes one full year to mature from a flower into a ripe fruit, with four different developmental stages: The first stage it the green immature nut, filled with sweet water.