Ideal Growing Conditions for Mango ( Mangifera Indica )
Alphonso Fazil Kesar Kishen Mulgoa Vanaraj
Mango (Mangifera indica) is the leading fruit crop of India and considered to be the king of fruits. The tree is hardy in nature and known for its delicious taste and fragrance.
Climate | Grown under both tropical and sub-tropical climate |
Soil | Grows in wide range of soil from alluvial to laterite |
Land preparation | Deep ploughing followed by harrowing and leveling with a gentle slope for good drainage |
pH range | 5.5 – 7.5 |
Popular Varieties | Alphonso, Bangalora, Banganpalli, Bombay Green, Fazil, Himsaga, Kesar, Kishen, Mulgoa, Chausa, Suvarnarekha, Vanaraj and Zardalu |
Irrigation | Young plants are watered frequently. For Grown trees, irrigation at 10-15 days interval from fruit set to maturity |
Spacing | 10 x 10 m, 12 x 12 m, differs based on varieties |
Intercrops | Papaya, Vegetables, Legumes etc., |
Common pests | Mango hopper, Mealy bud, Anthracnose, Powdery mildew |
Harvesting and Yield | Graft plants start bearing at the age of 3-4 years and gives optimum result from 10-15th year |
Rich in Vitamins | A and C |
Training and pruning | One meter from the base of main trunk should be kept free from branches and main stem is allowed thereafter spaced at 20-25 cm apart |
See also :
Advantages of Drip Irrigation
Mulching and its AdvantagesAdvantages of Drip Irrigation
