Effect of pre-sowing treatments on germination, growth and vigour attributes of white sapote (Casimiroa edulis)

White sapote is an exotic fruit crop gaining popularity at present days due to the occurrence of high medicinal value. The experiment was carried out under polyhouse conditions Central Horticultural Experiment Station, Chettalli, Kodagu, Karnataka during 2022 with objective know effect pre-sowing treatments on germination and growth attributes white sapote. experimental results revealed that initiation complete faster in seed coat removal treatment KNO3 0.5% treated seeds as compared control. per cent also reported followed by minimum noticed GA3 200 ppm which par 1% seedling vigour traits were found superior compare other treatments. correlation studies showed that, had positive taken for 50% negative plant characters. In conclusion, soaking improves helps attaining early grafting stage.