Overwintering guide
How to overwinter african bush mango
Winter watering
Cut watering right back — african bush mango uses far less while growth slows, and cold, wet compost is the usual cause of winter root rot. Stop feeding until spring.
The mistake that kills african bush mango in winter
Watering on the same schedule as summer. In winter that keeps the roots sodden while the plant is barely drinking, and african bush mango rots from the base.
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Overwintering african bush mango — FAQ
Does african bush mango need to come indoors for winter?
African Bush Mango is hardy to roughly USDA zone 11 — winter lows around 4°C. That means it will not survive frost and needs to come inside. African Bush Mango is frost-tender, so overwintering means bringing it inside and letting it rest rather than pushing it to grow. Move it indoors well before the first frost, give it the brightest spot you have (light levels indoors drop sharply in winter), and keep it away from both cold window glass and hot radiators — the swing between the two does more damage than the cold itself.
When should I move african bush mango for winter?
Bring indoors when nights start dropping below about 10°C, ahead of the first frost.
How often should I water african bush mango in winter?
Cut watering right back — african bush mango uses far less while growth slows, and cold, wet compost is the usual cause of winter root rot. Stop feeding until spring.
What kills african bush mango over winter?
Watering on the same schedule as summer. In winter that keeps the roots sodden while the plant is barely drinking, and african bush mango rots from the base.