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Mango-Kent

Mango-Kent

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$59.00 - $119.00
$119.00
$59.00 - $119.00
$119.00
Kent Mango Tree Overview
  • Taste:
    The Kent Mango (Mangifera indica 'Kent') is celebrated for its exceptionally sweet, juicy flavor with a rich, tropical profile. Its fiberless, creamy flesh offers a smooth texture and a balanced taste with hints of peach and apricot, making it a top choice for fresh consumption, juicing, or culinary uses.
  • Best Growing Environment:
    Kent Mango trees excel in warm, tropical to subtropical climates with temperatures ranging from 75-95°F (24-35°C). They prefer well-draining soils, such as sandy loam or loamy sand, with a pH of 5.5 to 7.5. A distinct wet season supports growth, while a drier period during fruit ripening enhances sweetness and quality.
  • Botanical Name:
    The botanical name for the Kent Mango is Mangifera indica 'Kent', a cultivar of the mango species within the Anacardiaceae family, known for its superior fruit production.
  • Common Names:
    Commonly referred to as the Kent Mango or simply "Kent," this cultivar has no widely recognized alternative names but is highly regarded among mango growers and fruit enthusiasts.
  • Average Height:
    Kent Mango trees typically grow to an average height of 20 to 30 feet (6-9 meters) in the ground, though they can be pruned to maintain a smaller size of 10-15 feet (3-4.5 meters) for easier harvesting or container growth.
  • Growth Rate:
    The tree has a moderate to fast growth rate, adding 1 to 3 feet (30-90 cm) per year under ideal conditions. It often begins bearing fruit within 3 to 5 years of planting, with peak production as it matures.
  • Sun Requirements:
    Full sun is essential for Kent Mango trees, requiring 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to promote healthy growth, flowering, and abundant fruit yields. Partial shade can reduce fruit quality and quantity.
  • Cold Hardiness:
    Kent Mango trees are cold-sensitive, tolerating brief dips to 30°F (-1°C) in mature specimens, but young trees may suffer damage below 32°F (0°C). Frost protection, such as covers or indoor relocation for potted trees, is critical in cooler regions.
  • Water Requirements:
    Young trees need consistent watering—1-2 times per week—to establish roots, keeping soil moist but not soggy. Mature trees are moderately drought-tolerant, requiring irrigation only during extended dry periods, with reduced watering in winter to prevent over-saturation.
  • Planting Guide:
    Plant in spring after the last frost in a sunny, well-drained location, spacing trees 20-25 feet (6-7.5 meters) apart for in-ground growth or using a large container (at least 20 inches or 50 cm wide) with drainage holes for potted trees. Dig a hole twice the root ball’s width and as deep, set the tree at its nursery depth (graft union above soil), backfill with native soil, and water deeply. Stake young trees in windy areas.
  • Fertilizing Times and Recommended Fertilizer:
    Fertilize young trees every 2-3 months in the first year with 1/4 to 1/2 pound of 6-6-6 NPK fertilizer, increasing to 1-2 pounds in year two. For mature trees, apply 3 times annually: early spring (March) with 6-6-6 or 8-3-9 (2-3 pounds), mid-summer (July) with a potassium-rich blend like 0-0-22 to enhance fruit development, and early fall (September) with a light dose. Avoid fertilizing after late summer to allow the tree to rest.
  • USDA Zone:
    Kent Mango trees are best suited to USDA Zones 9b through 11, where they can grow outdoors year-round.