Above all, the mango tree is a tropical fruit tree that can be planted in your backyard and can yield good income if cultivated correctly. Therefore, if you want to start a plantation, check out the tips from 7MBoots, they will certainly help you achieve good results.
Initially, the mango tree can reach heights of up to 30 meters and can even be planted in pots. Due to its ease of cultivation, rapid growth, and good production capacity, the fruit is widely produced throughout the country. Moreover, as a tropical tree, the mango tree adapts better to places with high temperatures and well-defined dry and rainy periods. This, without a doubt, is one of the main factors that make Brazil the 3rd largest exporter of mangoes in the world. After all, the mango tree can be planted in nearly all Brazilian states, except for the southern and southeastern regions due to altitude. Although the plant tolerates various climatic conditions, the most suitable temperature for cultivation is between 21°C and 30°C.
Check out the tips that 7MBoots prepared for you to start a profitable and successful mango plantation. Like any tree, the mango tree requires specific care to produce healthy and juicy fruits. Below are some planting tips.
First and foremost, it is essential to consider that the mango tree has greater resistance to waterlogged soils, which can lead to root rot, as well as very sandy, dry, rocky, or depleted soils. Therefore, when selecting the location for planting the mango tree, choose a deep and permeable soil. Additionally, soils rich in organic matter and nutrients, as well as flat or slightly hilly areas, are very favorable for the plant's growth and development.
Three to four months before planting, it is important to clean the selected area through land clearing—a procedure that removes stumps and tree debris, which can be done using specific machines or farm tools.
After that, to start planting, dig a suitable space to accommodate the seedling and add local soil mixed with cow manure.
Furthermore, do not forget to water at least three times a week until the roots are established. After that, water only when you verify that the soil is dry.
Important: When starting your plantation, leave spacing between seedlings to not compromise irrigation, pruning, harvesting, and other maintenance management.
Especially if you do not have a large backyard, you can plant mango in pots. Just buy a container with a capacity of at least 50 liters of soil and double your attention and care with the plant. In pots, pruning branches should be done after fruiting, and you can transfer the tree to a larger pot every four or five years. Also, it is necessary to water the plant once a day.
Undoubtedly, one of the biggest concerns of those who wish to plant mango, especially in dry soils, is the issue of irrigation. The best option is to ensure an automated system that, in addition to saving water, can irrigate the plant evenly. But go easy, as overwatering the tree may cause the roots to drown due to a lack of oxygen.
Initially, pruning should be performed regularly from the first year of planting. Fertilization should be done every three months for trees cultivated in the ground and once a month for those cultivated in pots.
Above all, you need to prepare for a significant issue in plantations: pest attacks, especially mealybugs, which damage the leaves of the mango tree and make them unusable.
To control this problem, you can remove the affected fruits or apply insecticide products. Another solution is to resort to biological control, that is, using predators of mealybugs, such as ladybugs.
So, cowboys and cowgirls, did you enjoy the tips for starting a mango plantation? Stay tuned to the 7MBoots website, there are many exciting things coming your way!
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