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Mango-Cat Saigon

Mango-Cat Saigon

$59.00 - $59.00
$59.00
$59.00 - $59.00
$59.00

  • Taste

    • The Cat Saigon Mango is highly praised for its exceptionally sweet, rich, and aromatic flavor.

    • The flesh is fiberless, smooth, and juicy, making it ideal for fresh eating, smoothies, and desserts.

    • It has a distinct tropical fragrance and a hint of spice that sets it apart from common commercial varieties.

    • When ripe, the fruit develops a golden yellow color with a creamy texture that practically melts in your mouth.

  • Best Growing Environment

    • The Cat Saigon Mango thrives in warm, humid, tropical to subtropical climates with plenty of sunshine.

    • It performs best when planted in well-draining sandy or loamy soil with slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0).

    • It should be placed in a protected location if grown in areas with occasional cold snaps or strong winds.

    • Coastal or inland areas in USDA Zones 9b–11 are ideal for optimal growth and fruit production.

  • Botanical Name

    • Mangifera indica ‘Cat Saigon’

  • Common Names

    • Cat Saigon Mango

    • Vietnamese Mango

  • Average Height

    • Typically grows to 15–25 feet when planted in the ground

    • Can be kept smaller (8–12 feet) with annual pruning for easier maintenance and harvesting

  • Growth Rate

    • Moderate to fast growth rate under optimal tropical and subtropical conditions

    • Can grow up to 2–4 feet per year when young

  • Sun Requirements

    • Requires full sun (at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily) for best fruiting

    • Will tolerate partial sun but with reduced yield and slower growth

  • Cold Hardiness

    • Cold hardy down to about 30°F once mature

    • Young trees should be protected when temperatures dip below 35°F

    • Not suitable for areas with prolonged frost or freezes without protection

  • Water Requirements

    • Moderate water needs—deep watering once or twice weekly during dry spells

    • Keep soil moist but never soggy; allow top few inches to dry between watering

    • Reduce watering in winter when growth slows

  • Planting Guide

    • Plant in spring or early summer to establish before cooler temperatures

    • Choose a sunny location with excellent drainage

    • Dig a hole twice as wide and as deep as the root ball

    • Mix in organic compost and mound soil slightly to avoid water pooling at the base

    • Space trees at least 10–15 feet apart from other plants or structures

    • Mulch around the base with 2–4 inches of organic mulch, keeping it a few inches from the trunk

  • Detailed Times of Year to Fertilize with Specific Recommended Fertilizer

    • Spring (March–April): Apply a high-nitrogen fertilizer such as 8-3-9 or 10-10-10 to promote vegetative growth

    • Early Summer (June): Use a balanced fertilizer like 8-3-9 again, including micronutrients like magnesium and manganese

    • Late Summer (August): Apply a low-nitrogen fertilizer like 0-0-20 or 4-6-8 to help encourage flower bud development

    • Fall (October): Use a light application of potassium-rich fertilizer (0-0-22) if trees are still growing actively

    • Avoid fertilizing during winter (November–February) to prevent stimulating tender growth during cold months

  • USDA Zone

    • Grows best in USDA Zones 9b–11

    • May require cold protection or container growth in Zone 9a