Choose a warm, frost-free location with full sun
Plant in well-drained soil
Select a healthy mango seedling or grafted tree
Dig a hole wider than the root ball
Place the tree at the same soil depth it was growing before
Backfill with soil and water thoroughly
Space trees far enough apart for mature growth
Water regularly during the first year
Reduce watering once the tree is established
Mulch around the base without touching the trunk
Fertilize with a balanced fruit tree fertilizer
Prune lightly to shape the tree and remove dead branches
Protect young trees from strong wind and frost
Watch for pests and diseases
Harvest mangoes when they are full-sized and start changing color
Let harvested mangoes ripen at room temperature