Mango-Ceci Love Tree

Name: Mango-Ceci Love Tree
Brand: Jolly Green Nursery
SKU: 7-MANGO-CECI-LOVE
Price: 119.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$59.00 - $119.00

$119.00

$59.00 - $119.00

$119.00

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Taste:

The Ceci Love Mango produces medium to large fruits with a sweet, juicy flavor and a smooth, fiberless texture.
Its taste is often described as rich and tropical, with hints of peach and citrus, making it ideal for fresh eating, smoothies, or desserts.
The flesh is vibrant orange, aromatic, and melts in the mouth, offering a premium mango experience.

Best Growing Environment:

Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates with warm, humid conditions, ideally between 80-100°F (27-38°C).
Prefers well-draining, sandy loam soil with a pH of 5.5-7.5, enriched with organic matter for optimal growth.
Benefits from a location protected from strong winds, which can damage flowers and young fruit.

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Average Height:

Typically grows to 10-15 feet (3-4.5 meters) in height when planted in the ground, making it a semi-dwarf variety.
In containers, it can be maintained at 4-8 feet (1.2-2.4 meters) with regular pruning.

Growth Rate:

Moderate growth rate, adding about 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) per year under ideal conditions.
Grafted trees, like the Ceci Love, begin fruiting within 2-4 years, faster than seed-grown trees.

Sun Requirements:

Requires full sun, with at least 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to ensure robust growth and fruit production.
Insufficient light can lead to reduced flowering and smaller yields.

Cold Hardiness:

Sensitive to cold, with damage to foliage and flowers occurring below 40°F (4°C); severe damage or death below 30°F (-1°C).
Suitable for outdoor growth in frost-free areas; in cooler climates, it should be grown in containers and brought indoors during winter.

Water Requirements:

Needs regular watering during establishment, keeping soil evenly moist but not soggy, about 2-3 times per week for the first 2 months.
Once established, water deeply once a week during dry periods, reducing frequency in fall and winter to avoid overwatering.
Drought-tolerant to some extent, but consistent moisture improves fruit quality.

Planting Guide:

Plant in spring after the last frost in a sunny, well-draining location; dig a hole 3-4 times wider and as deep as the root ball.
Mix native soil with compost (50:50 ratio) to improve drainage; plant at the same depth as in the nursery container, avoiding burying the trunk.
Water thoroughly after planting, apply a 2-3 inch (5-7 cm) layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it away from the trunk.
Space trees 10-15 feet (3-4.5 meters) apart for ground planting; for containers, choose a pot at least 20 inches (50 cm) wide with drainage holes.

Fertilizing Times and Recommended Fertilizer:

Fertilize young trees every 2-3 months during the first year, starting in spring (March), then summer (June), and early fall (September).
Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer like 6-6-6 or a tropical fruit tree blend with low nitrogen (e.g., 6-3-16) to avoid burning roots.
For mature trees, apply fertilizer 2-3 times per year: early spring (February), late spring (May), and late summer (August), using 1-2 pounds (0.45-0.9 kg) per inch of trunk diameter.
Supplement with micronutrients like iron and magnesium annually, especially in sandy soils, to prevent deficiencies.

USDA Zone:

Thrives in USDA Zones 9b-11 for outdoor planting.
In Zones 4-9a, grow in containers and move indoors or to a greenhouse when temperatures drop below 40°F (4°C) to protect from frost.