ALPHONSO MANGO
Mangifera indica
ALPHONSO MANGO is for gardeners who want a harvest with a story, not another anonymous patio plant. Also known as the king of mangoes, Alphonso mangoes have their origins in India and are incredibly juicy and sweet.This large variety of mango has a bright yellow skin with soft orange undertones. Inside, you fill find a rich golden-red flesh that is creamy and not too fibrous.Alphonso mangoes are often used in smoothies and sorbets. Dream Landscaper pairs those variety notes with the practical details that matter after delivery: heat, drainage, pollination, pruning and honest cold limits.
$59 shipping in the continental U.S. Free shipping at $175. We cannot ship live plants to California, Alaska, or Hawaii.
What makes ALPHONSO MANGO worth growing?
Also known as the king of mangoes, Alphonso mangoes have their origins in India and are incredibly juicy and sweet.This large variety of mango has a bright yellow skin with soft orange undertones. Inside, you fill find a rich golden-red flesh that is creamy and not too fibrous.Alphonso mangoes are often used in smoothies and sorbets. And, of course, you can always sink your teeth right into this juicy fruit. Variety: AlphonsoOrigin: Goa, IndiaSeason: June-JulyTree size: Large vigorous growerCondo Mango: NoFruit shape/size/color: Oval/small to medium 10 oz./Green to golden yellowTexture: FiberlessFlavor: Intensely warm-sweet, pleasantly tart, rich and full, with multiple aromatic overtones and a hint of citrusAnthracnose Resistance: Very GoodSeed Type: MonoembryonicComments: 'Alphonse', often termed 'Alphonso', is among the finest of Indian dessert mangos. They often have a pink blush on the sun-exposed shoulder. The ripening fruit are the perfect accent for the kitchen, perfuming the air with a wonderful sweet and fruity aroma. There is no fiber in the orange, melting flesh. 'Alphonse' is best eaten out-of-hand, and is exported from India to specialty markets in Europe, where it is sold for a good price. The fruit are harvested firm, at the mature green stage, and are not refrigerated prior to ripening. Mature-green fruit are ripened at 70F to develop optimal flesh texture, flavor and aroma. The practical catch is simple: tropical fruit rewards the right site more than heroic maintenance. Give it drainage, sun, root room and a cold plan before the first freeze warning.
Fruit quality
- Flavor and texture
- Variety-dependent sweetness, acidity, fiber and resin notes
- Typical harvest
- Summer into early fall, depending on variety and climate
- Best use
- Pick and ripen according to the variety, then taste it fresh before deciding what belongs in smoothies, desserts or the neighbors' hands.
Tree character
- Botanical group
- Mangifera indica
- Mature size
- Often 10-30 ft with pruning, larger if left alone
- Pollination
- Usually self-fertile, though another mango can improve set
Care without theater
- Light
- Full sun, with heat and airflow
- Soil
- Fast-draining sandy loam; never a wet planting hole
- Water
- Deeply while establishing, then let the upper soil dry between waterings
- Cold reality
- Frost tender
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ALPHONSO MANGO questions
How much does ALPHONSO MANGO cost?
ALPHONSO MANGO is $90.00 before shipping and tax. Continental U.S. shipping is $59 below $175 and free when the tropical-tree merchandise subtotal reaches $175. We cannot ship live plants to California, Alaska, or Hawaii.
What climate does ALPHONSO MANGO need?
USDA 10-11; protect young trees below 40°F. Frost tender. Local microclimates still matter, so cold protection may be needed near the edge of the range.
How should I plant ALPHONSO MANGO?
Full sun, with heat and airflow. Use fast-draining sandy loam; never a wet planting hole and water deeply while establishing, then let the upper soil dry between waterings. Keep the original root flare at or slightly above grade.
Will ALPHONSO MANGO fruit by itself?
Usually self-fertile, though another mango can improve set
