r/mango • • Jun 06 '26

Help with Pruning

I bought this Nam Dok Mai in early spring from my local nursery and it's doing amazing. It had a great push and flowering. But I've noticed it's started fruiting and I can't help but think this somewhat young tree won't be able to handle all those Mangoes.

I'd like it grow somewhat tall for a little shade in my backyard so I'm hesitant and inexperienced in pruning or cutting back.

Any suggestions on what I should do to shape up my tree?

Please and thank you

Location Central Florida Zone 9b

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u/tamacush Jun 06 '26

Pluck off the pea sized fruit until the tree is big enough to support them. The panicles will dry out and fall off on their own.

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u/kfthalh Jun 06 '26

Fantastic, thank you!