The rich, tropical aroma and flavor of ripe mango fruit conjures us images of sunny places and sultry winds. A warmer-zone garden can provide that flavor to home growers. How do you grow a mango tree, though? Mango tree planting is appropriate in climates where temperatures rarely fall below 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4 C.). If you live in a tropical or subtropical region, follow these mango tree care instructions and reap the benefits of your labors in just a few years.
Mango trees are deep-rooted plants with the potential to grow into massive landscape specimens. They are evergreen and are frequently planted on rootstocks that increase the hardiness of the plant. Mango trees bear fruit every three years, and the fruit matures quickly. Choose a variety that is suited to your climate.
Although the plant may thrive in almost any soil, it likes well-drained soil in a protected area. Plant your tree where it will receive full sun for the optimum fruit production. Late winter to early spring is the greatest time to plant new mango trees because the plant is not actively developing.
Dig a hole twice the width and depth of the root ball to prepare the region. Fill the hole with water and watch how quickly it drains to see how well it drains.
Despite the fact that mango trees can withstand minor floods, the healthiest plants are grown on percolating soils. Plant the young tree with the graft scar showing near to the soil surface.
Mango trees are easy to grow from seed. Using a sharp knife, slit the hard husk of a fresh mango pit. Remove the seed and place it in a big pot with seed starter mix. Planting mango trees with a 14-inch (.6 cm) protrusion above the soil level is the best approach to grow them.
Maintain an even moisture level in the soil and a temperature of at least 70 degrees Fahrenheit in the pot (21 C.). It can take as little as eight to fourteen days for seeds to sprout, but it can take up to three weeks.
A mango tree’s upkeep is similar to that of any other fruit tree. Deeply water the trees to soak up the expanded taproot. Before watering again, allow the top surface of the soil to dry to a depth of several inches.
Irrigation should be halted for two months before flowering and then restarted after the fruits develop. Fertilize the tree with nitrogen fertilizer three times a year. Feedings should be staggered and provided at a rate of one pound (.45 kg) per year of tree growth.
When the tree is four years old, prune it to remove any weak stems and promote the development of a robust branch scaffold. Only prune after that to remove any ᴅᴀᴍᴀɢᴇd or unhealthy plant material. It’s also important to keep an eye out for pests and ɪʟʟɴᴇsses when it comes to mango tree care.
To ғɪɢʜᴛ these concerns as they occur, organic pesticides, cultural and biological controls, and horticultural oils can all be used. Mango trees will supply you with a lifetime of fresh, tart fruit from a gorgeous shade tree if you plant them in your yard.
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