What are the mango seedling planting techniques? Read this one article to understand the key points of planting

The mango tree is a tropical economic fruit tree native to India, Malaysia and Myanmar, and is currently widely planted in Yunnan, Guangxi and other places in China. Below is an introduction to the planting techniques for mango seedlings.

Planting techniques for mango seedlings

1. Site selection and land preparation

Mango is suitable for planting on plots with deep soil layers, good drainage, a not-too-high groundwater level, soil rich in organic matter, strong air permeability, and a pH value of 5.5-7.0. Dig the holes 2-3 months before planting. In each hole, apply decomposed pig manure, cow manure or farmyard manure, and superphosphate, then mix the fertilizer with the topsoil and backfill it into the hole.

2. Planting

For mango planting, planting from June to August is preferable, but it should also be determined according to the actual conditions of the soil, region, variety and so on. Generally, in the southwest and south, planting can be done from September to October, and in non-arid areas it can be done from March to May. The best time for planting is on a cloudy day or before rain. When planting, make sure the root system is spread out, and the depth should be such that the root collar is level with the soil surface. After planting, water thoroughly to settle the roots and add a mulch cover.

3. Field management

Fertilization: For young trees, nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers are the main ones, with an appropriate combination of potassium fertilizer. Start topdressing when 1-2 flushes of shoots emerge after planting. Apply topdressing once each in March, May, July and September. From June to August, combine green manuring and hole expansion to increase the application of organic fertilizer.

Irrigation: When fertilizing and pruning mango trees after fruit harvest, if high-temperature and drought weather occurs, appropriate irrigation should be carried out. Irrigate until thoroughly watered, and generally stop irrigation after mid-November. The irrigation method and amount of water should be determined according to the condition of the fruit trees in the orchard. Generally, the method of irrigating through the fertilizing furrows is used, and the amount of water should be suitable to keep the soil moist.

Pruning: For the shaping and pruning of young trees, after planting, when the seedlings are 80-100 cm tall, start pinching or heading back. Cultivate the main trunk to sprout branches, and when the secondary main branches extend 60-70 cm, pinch off the tips.

4. Pest and disease control

During the mango tree planting process, pay attention to preventing and controlling invasions by pests and diseases such as the mango shoot borer, white moth wax cicada, longhorn beetle, fruit fly, anthracnose, powdery mildew, and gummosis. Spray in advance for control.

Planting mango tree seedlings is not very difficult, and the time to bear fruit is not very long. Generally, as long as the relevant management work is done well, it is fine.