How to grow mangoes for high yields? The latest planting techniques and methods tutorial

Mango is a common tropical fruit, deeply loved by consumers for its unique fragrance, sweet-and-sour taste and rich nutrition. In addition, its processed products are also extremely numerous, with very high economic value. So do you know how it is grown? Follow along with Qinnong Web below to see the high-yield mango planting techniques.

1. Site selection and orchard establishment

Choose a sheltered, sunny spot with open terrain, a good ecological environment and fewer rainy days; the soil should preferably be loose and fertile, with good drainage and rich in organic matter. When establishing and dividing a large orchard, it is best to combine this with transportation and terrain, while a small orchard can be divided according to actual conditions, or not divided at all. After the orchard is established, the land should be reclaimed and weeds and debris cleared from the orchard. For sloped land, use the terraced planting method, while for plots with less slope, the trench-digging method can be used.

2. Planting

Choose saplings of varieties with strong adaptability, stress resistance and disease resistance; the sapling roots should preferably not be damaged. The best planting time is during rainy weather from July to September, which helps the survival rate of planting. Before planting, first dig large holes, fill them with a sufficient amount of base fertilizer, and then plant. When planting, pay attention to the plant and row spacing; generally the plant and row spacing is 5m× 3m. When planting, straighten the sapling and spread out the roots before covering with soil. After covering with soil, firm it down and water once with settling water.

3. Orchard management

Orchard management mainly consists of intertillage and weeding, topdressing and watering. From planting until the saplings survive, the soil must be kept moist for the saplings to survive. In addition, water promptly during dry seasons, and do good drainage work during rainy seasons. For the plants to grow well and quickly and to increase yield, topdressing is key. During the early growth stage of young trees, provide sufficient nitrogen fertilizer; when the canopy takes shape in the middle stage, mainly apply phosphorus fertilizer and nitrogen fertilizer; when it reaches the flowering and fruiting stage, reduce the application of phosphorus fertilizer and nitrogen fertilizer and apply more potassium fertilizer, which can increase yield.

4. Tree management

Tree management mainly consists of pruning young trees and mature trees. In particular, the shaping and pruning of young trees is extremely important and is related to the yield. When young trees grow to about 1 meter, pruning can begin, mainly including establishing the trunk, cultivating main branches, cultivating side branches and increasing auxiliary branches, so that the plant forms a canopy with a very wide spread and bears more flowers and fruit. Pruning of mature trees mainly involves pruning branches, cutting away some water sprouts, weak branches, diseased branches and dense branches, increasing the airiness and light penetration of the plant and achieving the goal of high-quality production.

5. Pest and disease control

The common mango diseases are gummosis and powdery mildew. When planting, choose varieties with strong disease resistance. During cultivation, frequently clear weeds and debris to reduce pathogens, prune branches to increase airiness and light penetration, and prevent the breeding of pathogens. When disease occurs, chemical sprays can be used for control. The main insect pests are the Oriental fruit fly and longhorn beetles, among others. They mainly suck sap or gnaw leaves, causing weak plant growth or reduced yield, and can be controlled with insecticides.

The above is the high-yield mango planting technique brought to you by Qinnong Web. The introduction to mango planting ends here. To learn more, please stay tuned to Qinnong Web.