The jackfruit flourishes in rich, deep soil of medium or open texture. Planting on top of an old compost heap would be ideal. The faster one can force a tropical plant to grow, the better the chance of keeping it alive. The tree will not tolerate drought. Water frequently during warm months and warm periods in cooler months.
Less water is necessary during colder weather.
In the regions where it is commonly grown, it succeeds without much care from man, the sole necessity being abundant moisture. Small plants should be given complete protection with a covering on cold nights and even a light bulb if possible. Propagation is usually by seeds, which can be kept no longer than a month before planting. Germination requires 3 to 8 weeks. The seedlings should be moved when no more than 4 leaves have appeared.