Pruning guide
How to prune alphonso mango
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Pruning alphonso mango — FAQ
When should I prune alphonso mango?
Immediately after harvest (typically May–June in India; adjust to local season). After picking fruit, cut back new vegetative shoots to 20–30 cm from the main framework branches. Remove crossing, dead, and downward-growing branches. On overgrown trees, de-horn (hard prune) no more than one-third of the canopy per year to avoid excessive stress. Apply wound sealant in humid climates.
How often does alphonso mango need pruning?
Annually, after harvest. Alphonso Mango benefits from pruning after harvest to control tree size, open the canopy for light and airflow, and stimulate the flush of new growth on which the next season's flowers form. Without pruning, trees become too tall to harvest easily and yields decline. Annual post-harvest pruning is standard practice.
How do you prune alphonso mango?
After picking fruit, cut back new vegetative shoots to 20–30 cm from the main framework branches. Remove crossing, dead, and downward-growing branches. On overgrown trees, de-horn (hard prune) no more than one-third of the canopy per year to avoid excessive stress. Apply wound sealant in humid climates.