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Mango-Tebow

Mango-Tebow

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$59.00 - $119.00
$119.00
$59.00 - $119.00
$119.00
Tebow Mango Tree Overview
  • Taste:
    The Tebow Mango (Mangifera indica 'Tebow') is known for its sweet, juicy flavor with a smooth, fiberless texture. It offers a rich, tropical taste with subtle notes of peach and pineapple, making it an excellent choice for fresh eating, juicing, or incorporating into desserts.
  • Best Growing Environment:
    Tebow Mango trees thrive in warm, tropical to subtropical climates with temperatures between 75-95°F (24-35°C). They prefer well-draining soils like sandy loam with a pH range of 5.5 to 7.5, benefiting from high humidity during flowering and drier conditions as fruit ripens to enhance sweetness.
  • Botanical Name:
    The botanical name for the Tebow Mango is Mangifera indica 'Tebow', a cultivar of the mango species within the Anacardiaceae family, bred for its exceptional fruit quality and adaptability.
  • Common Names:
    Primarily known as the Tebow Mango, this cultivar is named in honor of Tim Tebow, the former NFL quarterback and philanthropist, reflecting its Florida origins. It lacks widely recognized alternative common names.
  • Average Height:
    The Tebow Mango tree typically grows to an average height of 15 to 20 feet (4.5-6 meters) when planted in the ground, though pruning can maintain it at 8-12 feet (2.4-3.6 meters), making it suitable for smaller spaces or container growth.
  • Growth Rate:
    This tree has a moderate growth rate, adding approximately 1 to 2 feet (30-60 cm) per year under optimal conditions. It can begin bearing fruit within 3 to 4 years of planting, with consistent production as it matures.
  • Sun Requirements:
    Tebow Mango trees require full sun, needing at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to support healthy growth, flowering, and fruit development. Insufficient light can lead to reduced yields and weaker trees.
  • Cold Hardiness:
    The Tebow Mango is moderately cold-sensitive, with mature trees tolerating brief drops to 30°F (-1°C), while young trees may suffer damage below 32°F (0°C). Frost protection is essential in cooler climates to prevent harm to foliage and fruit buds.
  • Water Requirements:
    Young trees need regular watering—1-2 times per week—to establish roots, keeping soil moist but not saturated. Mature trees are moderately drought-tolerant, requiring irrigation only during extended dry periods, with reduced watering in winter to avoid root issues.
  • Planting Guide:
    Plant in spring after the last frost in a sunny, well-drained location, spacing trees 15-20 feet (4.5-6 meters) apart for in-ground growth or using a container at least 20 inches (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 above soil), backfill with native soil, and water deeply. Stake young trees if in windy areas.
  • Fertilizing Times and Recommended Fertilizer:
    Fertilize young trees every 2-3 months in the first year with 1/4 pound of 6-6-6 NPK fertilizer, increasing to 1 pound by year two. Mature trees need 3 applications annually: early spring (March) with 6-6-6 or 8-3-9 (1-2 pounds), mid-summer (July) with a potassium-rich blend like 0-0-22 to enhance fruiting, and early fall (September) with a light dose. Avoid fertilizing after late summer to promote dormancy.
  • USDA Zone:
    The Tebow Mango is best suited to USDA Zones 9b through 11, where it can grow outdoors year-round.