Description
Mangoes offer great fibre and protein. They also have calcium, phosphorous, ascorbic acid, iron, tryptophan, and vitamins A, B1, B2 and B3.
Position:
Mangoes thrive in temperatures between 10°C and 35°C, and are sensitive to frost and wind. When planting in a cold climate it will be necessary to protect with frost cover during the winter.
The Heidi mango thrives in full sun. Space about eight mts apart from other trees. This allows the tree space to spread and grow. It is a big tree and shouldn’t be grown in a pot.
Size:
This mango tree grows to a height of about 4 to 9 mts with a spread of 4 mts, depending on their growing conditions. However, you can prune it in summer and again in winter to prevent it from becoming too big for your space. You can also stake the branches horizontally to the ground.
Soil Type:
The Extrema mango thrives in sandy soil rich in organic matter and drains well, with a pH of between 5.5 and 7.5. The hole should be deep because the tree’s roots extend far down. Add a bag of acid compost to your soil.
Watering:
Water your Heidi mango tree every two to three days in the summer and every two to three weeks in the winter (if at all). When you first plant your young tree, you may need to water it a little more frequently for a few weeks. This helps to establish it and prevent the root ball from drying out.
Mulch:
Apply organic mulch to your nectarine tree all year round.
Use from 2 to 5 centimetres of pine bark mulch to protect the roots from UV damage and drying out. It retains moisture, and maintains an optimal pH. Do not let the mulch touch the plant stem, as it may cause infection or rot.
Fertilising:
Just before flowering, use a rapid-release nitrogen fertilizer to boost the health and abundance of fruit and flowers/dig in some aged manure if available.
Use our slow-release, nitrogen-rich, Berry/All-plant Fertiliser. For young trees, apply 1 teaspoon every 4-5 months. The roots will absorb what they required.
Harvesting:
Pick your juicy fruit about 4 or 5 months after the tree has flowered.
Pruning:
Remove dead and diseased branches to give your mango tree the best conditions under which to produce the healthiest fruit. For the best results, prune your tree to have only three or four main branches and plenty of space in the canopy.
