Mango Trees With No Fruit

[macuu222]

We were living on the mainland at the time it produced fruit. We don't have a clue if it was dry that year.....

[olin137]

One possibility is to check out the different types of mangos and plant a selection that flowers at different times of the year - even a few weeks variations can help. The idea being that the odds are better for pollination if the flowering is staggered.

Olin

[jerry]

There are some varieties that are supposed to do better in the rain. We have one planted and will let you know in a few more years if it makes a difference. We are also in the process of grafting from a tree in the area (Orchidland) that fruits every year.

Jerry
www.artandorchids.com



Edited by - Jerry on 04/13/2006 23:38:35

[mella l]

I haven't talked to any nursery personnel yet, but I've heard that elevation also makes a difference and to get a variety that does well at your elevation. Now what 2000 foot elevation would mean from sea level to 2000 foot, I'm not sure, but say from 4000 to 8000 I'd think weather would make a difference. This is so fun to think about as the island is so diverse and our gardening skills will need to accommodate a whole new way! Never too old to learn, eh?

mella l

[jdirgo]

I've read in my gardening books for Hawaii that mangoes won't fruit above the 1500 foot elevation.

John Dirgo, RA, ABR, e-PRO
Island Trust Properties, LLC
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