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If you live in a climate suitable for a mango tree, you can grow and enjoy this juicy and juicy tropical fruit continuously for many years. Mango trees are quite easy to grow with seeds or seedlings, it just takes time and patience (planting a mango will take about eight years).

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Planting preparation

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   Determine if the environment in which you live is conducive to growing the mango. Although mango trees do not require much care, they also need the right conditions for their growth. Mangoes grow best in hot climates and can tolerate both wet and dry areas. Most varieties of mango live in the equatorial region. In the US, mangoes are grown mainly in Florida. You can grow mangoes if you live in an area with an average temperature of about 27-38 degrees Celsius and in winter without freezing.
   • Rainfall in the area should not exceed 30 cm per year.

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   Choose a location to plant the tree. The mango tree can live in pots or in open outdoor locations. They like the heat and the sun, which also means that mango trees won't do well when grown indoors (although you can pot them out to avoid winter). The size of the mango tree depends on the variety, but usually they are quite large, with a height of about 3 - 4.5 m. Therefore, you need to choose a location with plenty of room for plants to grow without being obscured by other large trees.

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   Choose a variety of mango. There are many different varieties of mango on the market, but only a few can thrive in specific regions. Go to the nursery to find the mango variety that best suits the local conditions. Mango trees can be grown in two ways: planted with seeds and planted with grafted trees. Seedling mango trees usually take eight years to bear fruit. Grafted trees take 3-5 years to bear fruit, and will almost guarantee a good fruit season. If you want to grow a mango from seeds, choose a mango from an area you know; The seeds of a mango purchased at the supermarket will not usually grow.
   • The grafted plant will only reach half the height of the seed plant.
   • Seed crops are usually much stronger and stronger than grafted plants, but not as guaranteed as grafted trees.
   • If you are going to test the limits of the environment when growing a mango, there are several varieties of mango that are able to survive in slightly cooler and wetter conditions than the above recommendation.

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   Prepare the land. Mangoes grow well in loose, sandy soils and are easily drained. You should test your soil pH for acidity; Mango trees will grow best in soil with a pH of 4.5 - 7 (acidic). Add peat moss to the soil annually to maintain a high acidity. Avoid chemical fertilizers or any salt-containing products, as they will inhibit the plant's growth. Make the soil about 1 meter deep to give the roots enough room to grow.

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   Determine when to plant your tree. You should plant mangoes in the late spring or early summer, when the weather is both rainy and sunny. The growing season of the plant will depend on the variety, so ask where the tree is sold to find out when to plant the tree. Some mango varieties such as Beverly and Keitt do not need to be planted before August or September. advertisement

Part 2 of 3: Growing mango trees with seeds

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   Choose a mango that is large, ripe and has lots of embryos. If there are mangoes in your area, go to the orchard to find one. If you cannot find a healthy mango tree, you can go to a fruit store or farmer's market to choose one, and ask the seller to choose to help the mango have many embryos.
   • The seeds there are many embryos will grow a tree like the mother tree. Choose mango seeds from a tree that does well in the area where you plan to plant it. This way, you will be able to guess exactly which fruit you choose - it will taste just like the fruit of the mother plant.

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   Remove the seeds and wash them. You can eat the mango or cut off the flesh of the mango until the seeds are exposed. Scrub the mango seeds with a brush or steel wool until all the fibers are removed. Be careful not to scrub the seed coatings, but only remove the fibers that are still attached to the seeds.

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   Prepare the seeds for planting. Let the seeds dry overnight in a cool place away from direct sunlight. Use a sharp knife to separate the seeds of the mango like an oyster, being careful not to cut too deeply and break the seeds inside. Separate the seeds of the mango and take out the seeds inside, shaped like a lima bean.

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   Nursery seeds. Place the seeds of the mango about 2.5 cm deep in a tray containing the planting soil with the concave face down. Water the soil moist and store the seed nursery in a warm, shady place until the seeds germinate. This process usually takes 1-3 weeks.

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   Plant tree. By this time, the seeds of mango can be planted in the intended positions. If you plan to plant the tree outdoors, you should plant it straight into the ground instead of potting it and then have to move to the ground, because by this way, you will not have to forge the tree to be stronger so that the tree will not be shocked when planting to the ground. advertisement

Part 3 of 3: Growing of mango trees

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   Dig holes for planting trees. Use a shovel to dig a hole in the selected location twice or four times as wide as the root ball. If you are planting in an area of ​​grass growing, pull the weeds within a 60 cm radius around the hole to allow more room for the plant to grow. Mix a little more compost (no more than 50-50) with the dug up soil and cover around the roots.

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   Plant tree. Remove the seedlings from the pot or place the seeds in the soil hole. The stump / bud should be level with the ground or slightly higher. Fill the hole with the soil around the plant and press lightly. Mango trees do best in loose soil, so avoid compacting the soil when filling the hole.

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   Fertilize the plants. Wait for the mango to grow a few new shoots before fertilizing, then you can fertilize the tree once a month for the first year.Use a chemical-free fertilizer - a mixture of 6-6-6-2 is suitable. You can dissolve the fertilizer with a little warm water when fertilizing the plant, and have the fertilizer ready to use each month.

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   Water the tree. The mango tree doesn't like to over water, but you should water higher than average for the first week. Water your new plant every two days for the first week, then once or twice a week for the first year.
   • If there is no rain or less rain for 5 days or more, you should water the plant (plants under 3 years old) once a week until the dry season ends.

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   Weed control. Weeds can become a serious problem for mango trees if not handled regularly. You should take care of the weeding, remove any trees that grow near the base of the mango. Apply a thick garden mulch around the plants to keep moisture and prevent weeds from growing. You can add a little compost to the mulch to add nutrients to the plant.

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   Prune as needed. The purpose of pruning is to give more space for the branches to grow, as the fruit will form at the tip of the branch (called the head flower). Cut off branches, leaving only an inch from the trunk if there are too many crowded branches in the middle, usually after the fruiting season (autumn). You can also prune the tree to limit outward growth by cutting off branches that are too tall or wide. If you have any questions about the variety of mango you are growing, visit the nursery and ask for advice.

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   Harvest the mango. Because mango varieties differ in color, shape and size, you cannot tell if a mango is ripe without cutting it. You can tell by the softness and aroma of a mango, but you should also try a knife. If the flesh of the mango is yellow to the seeds, the mango is ready to eat. If the pulp is still white and firm, wait a week or two before trying again. If a mango is picked too early, you can ripen it by placing it in a paper bag and leaving it at room temperature for a few days. Another great option when you pick a mango too early is chopping it up and making a green mango salad, which is perfect for fish dishes. advertisement

Advice

• Plant mango trees about 3 to 7 meters apart from other trees for the best growth.
• Plant the mango tree in well-drained soil to prevent it from waterlogging.
• Protect your mango tree from frost during winter by roofing a tent or wrapping it in a blanket, or bringing it indoors if it is potted.

Warning

• The anthracnose fungus will kill the mango tree, as it attacks all parts of the plant. Use the fungicide at the first sign of the mango black spots.