Ripe, succulent mangos exude a lush, tropical perfume and flavor that makes one long for warm beaches and gentle trade winds. Tastes from gardens in warmer zones can be brought indoors by intrepid gardeners.
Optimal Growing Conditions
It is more likely for mango trees that are planted in the ground to give fruit as opposed to those that are grown in pots. It might be a challenge to keep an indoor mango tree alive for the necessary amount of time for it to mature and produce fruit.
How To Grow
Selecting a Planting Site
A sunny location with looser, well-draining soil is ideal for growing mango trees. When choosing a location for the tree's planting, it is important to take into account the mature size of the tree as well as the location's closeness to other crops and structures. For the more compact mango tree species, growing in containers is a viable choice.
Spacing, Depth, and Support
You should plant seeds at a depth of about half an inch. It is possible that young plants will require staking as they mature, particularly in environments with high wind speeds.
Care & Maintenance
Light
Full daylight is necessary for the growth of mango trees, which should receive at least 8 hours of direct sunshine on the majority of days. If they do not receive sufficient light, their flower and fruit output will be negatively affected. Even while it is possible to grow plants well indoors in a window that faces south, it is in the best interest of the plant to spend as much time as possible in direct sunlight outside.
Soil
These trees are able to thrive in a wide range of soil conditions. However, the ideal soil is a sandy loam that is not too heavy and has good drainage. The pH of the soil can vary from mildly acidic to moderately alkaline depending on the conditions.
Water
Mango trees have a moderate tolerance for drought, but prolonged exposure to dry conditions can have a detrimental effect on fruit output. It is preferable to water the tree anytime the top couple of inches of soil get dry, but the tree should not be allowed to sit in soil that is too wet.
Common Pests & Diseases
Mealybugs, aphids, and mites may infest mango. Infestation symptoms include plant webs, white residue, and insects. Treat infestations quickly to prevent them from spreading. If your early efforts fail, try more toxic poisons. Anthracnose fungus affects mango plants. Infected trees stop fruiting.