Most plants will grow if you give them the right conditions. Mango trees are very forgiving, but they do require some care. Here are a few things why a mango tree is not growing:
The pot is too small
If your plant is not growing, the most likely reason is that it is in a pot that’s too small. The roots of the mango tree will grow out of the drainage holes in the bottom of its pot and start circling inside of it.
This can cause problems like root rot or suffocation, which will ultimately stunt growth and kill your tree.
To avoid this problem, check your plant’s container regularly—you should repot it when it has filled up with roots.
Don’t repot too early or too late: if you’re unsure whether your plant needs to be repotted yet, feel around under its soil; if there are roots visible at all then go ahead and repot now—if there are only short stubby ones poking out from underneath some earth then wait another year before doing anything else!
Too little water
- Water the mango tree in the morning, so that it has a chance to dry out before nightfall.
- Make sure that your pot drains properly and that there are no standing pools of water on the surface.
- Water until the soil is thoroughly moistened and drains out of the bottom of the pot when you turn it upside down (if possible).
You’re over-watering
While too much water can be a problem, an excess of dry soil can also cause your mango tree to struggle.
The roots need to be kept moist but not overwatered; if they’re allowed to dry out too much, they’ll become shriveled and unable to pull up moisture.
If you notice that your tree is struggling with root rot or other issues related to overwatering, it might be best for you just to take it back out into the ground temporarily until its new container is properly sized for it.
There’s not enough light
Mango trees, like most tropical plants, need sunlight to grow. You can’t just put your mango tree anywhere and expect it to thrive; if you don’t have enough light, your tree will not grow.
Mangos need at least 6 hours of sunlight per day. If you are growing your mango tree indoors, make sure that the room where it’s located gets plenty of light.
If there is not a lot of natural light in the room, consider adding artificial lighting to supplement what nature provides.
Too much fertilizer at one time
Too much fertilizer at one time can cause the roots to rot. Apply fertilizer at the beginning of spring, and do so in small doses over time.
Fertilizer should be applied to the soil and not to the leaves of your plants. If you apply fertilizer directly onto leaves, it can burn them.
Fertilizing regularly will help promote healthy growth, but you should avoid fertilizing too much because it can cause nutrient burn and other problems.
If your plants are not growing well, try using less fertilizer.
Not enough fertilizer
You may have heard that fertilizer is a great way to help your tree grow, but what kind of fertilizer should you use?
It’s important to use the right kind of fertilizer for your particular tree. Some trees prefer organic fertilizers, while others need more inorganic material.
A good rule of thumb is to go with the most natural option possible: if it came from a plant or animal, it probably works well for your mango tree.
If you want to be sure, talk to an expert at local nurseries or gardening centers—they’ll be able to tell you what kind of fertilizer would work best with mangoes specifically.
If possible, look for an organic source like composted manure or worm castings—these will give off lots of nutrients over time without harming their environment too much!
Mango trees need some care.
- They need plenty of water.
- They need sunlight.
- They need fertilizer, which you can buy at any good nursery or hardware store and spread with a watering can around the trunk of your tree every month in spring and summer (more often if you live in a hot climate).
- And as for pruning: just cut off branches or twigs when they become too long or unruly.
Conclusion
Mango trees are a great choice for homeowners who love to grow their own fruit. If your mango tree is not growing, it might be due to the wrong climate, the wrong soil or an incorrect variety.
If you want to grow mango trees in your backyard, consider these factors before deciding on which varieties to plant.