What's your question? Ask

Top Questions About Mango Trees

Click on links below to jump to that question.

Questions About Mango Trees

  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    November 26, 2018
    A.

    The earlier you can prune these, the better it will be for your tree. The concern for spreading the disease far out-weighs the need for it to be proper timing. You should, also, apply a good helping of wettable sulfur to the soil, as this will stop the issue in its tracks.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
Join Us - Sign up to get all the latest gardening tips!
  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    December 15, 2018
    Certified Expert
    A.

    It is best to do this when it is just a little younger, but that doesn't mean that it can't be done.

    Usually, you can do this at just about any time, but since it has aged some I would recommend doing this when you are starting to see vigorous growth for the year. Usually you will notice a slow-down during some parts of the year, followed by vigorous growth. This is when to prune.

    This collection of articles will help with mango care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/mango

    Was this answer useful?
    00
  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    December 15, 2018
    Certified Expert
    A.

    This is potentially harmful, since these are anchor roots. The roots that extend into the ground are not this thick.

    Cutting these will leave the tree unstable, and very prone to infection. I do not recommend doing this, or if you must do this, then the tree will likely suffer, or die completely.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    December 29, 2018
    A.

    These are very sensitive to the cold. SOMETIMES, after doing this, the plant will attempt to put out "suckers". If this happens, then the tree is safe. Still, you will need to correct the fungal issue, or it will just come right back.

    I recommend putting wettable sulfur and dolomitic lime in each affected tree. This will take care of the issue.

    Some times the tree will die from this process, but more than likely it will attempt to save itself.

    Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/mango/mango-trees-in-pots.htm

    Was this answer useful?
    00
  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    January 9, 2019
    A.

    As a general rule, you should never take off more than one third of the tree at a time. There is a correct time and way of doing this, and this article will explain things in greater detail: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/mango/how-to-trim-a-mango-tree.htm

    Was this answer useful?
    00
  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    January 16, 2019
    A.

    This sounds like a severe fungal infection. What you describe also sounds like it has been inside the tree for a very long time. I'm afraid there is no cure for this, and planting a new tree there in the same spot will likely result in the same problem.

    Many times planting a mango from seed will not yield the exact same fruit as the parent tree, if this was store bought. If is it locally grown, then it has a higher probability of producing the same fruit as the parent.

    I would recommend planting another tree FAR away from this spot. This area will not any longer be suitable for mango trees.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
  • Answered by
    drtreelove on
    February 14, 2019
    A.

    Girdling roots are more common than you would think. If the tree was in a container in the nursery for a long time before you acquired it, there may have been a root bound or girdling root condition develop that it has never grown out of.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
  • Answered by
    drtreelove on
    February 14, 2019
    A.

    Nam Dokmai is the most popular mango variety here in Thailand. It is easy to grow here, I don't why it wouldn't be in Florida, its been a favorite there since it was introduced in 1973.

    It could be a low vigor individual from the grower, but if I were you I would look first to the growing conditions. What is different from your other mango trees? Soil and water management are the first considerations. What are the site and soil characteristics, what fertilization do you provide?
    Are there any compromising factors for that particular tree, pavement or planter restricting the root zone, compaction or lawn area within the root zone?
    Send us some photos and more information on the site and your management program and we may be able to help with more specific advise.

    Was this answer useful?
    00
1 11 12 13 14 15 23

Do you know a lot about gardening?
Become a GKH Gardening Expert

OK