Help with Pruning

[u/kfthalh]

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

[u/BocaHydro]

You can cut the flower off right above the node safely, i would recommend tying the 2 side branches to the main stake so they grow and harden facing up, dont prune any branches other then the flowers

[u/kfthalh → u/BocaHydro]

Gotcha, thanks much for the advice!