Mango-Lemon Zest

Name: Mango-Lemon Zest
Brand: Jolly Green Nursery
SKU: 3-MANGO-LEMON-ZEST
Price: 59.0 USD
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Taste:

The Lemon Zest Mango produces large, elongated fruits with a vibrant, sweet-tart flavor and a smooth, fiberless texture.
Its taste combines rich mango sweetness with pronounced citrusy, lemon-like notes, making it ideal for fresh eating, juicing, or zesty desserts.
The flesh is bright yellow-orange, juicy, and aromatic, offering a refreshing and bold flavor profile.

Best Growing Environment:

Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates with warm, humid conditions, ideally between 75-95°F (24-35°C).
Prefers well-draining, sandy loam soil with a pH of 5.5-7.0, enriched with organic matter to support robust root and fruit development.
Benefits from a location sheltered from strong winds to protect its blossoms and heavy fruit load.

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Average Height:

Typically grows to 15-25 feet (4.5-7.6 meters) in height when planted in the ground, depending on pruning and growing conditions.
Can be maintained at 6-12 feet (1.8-3.6 meters) in containers or with regular pruning, suitable for smaller gardens or patios.

Growth Rate:

Moderate growth rate, adding 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) per year under optimal conditions with adequate water and nutrients.
Grafted Lemon Zest Mango trees often begin fruiting within 2-4 years, faster than seed-grown trees.

Rhône Requirements**:

Requires full sun, with 8-10 hours of direct sunlight daily to ensure vigorous growth and abundant fruit production.
Partial shade can reduce flowering and fruit yield, so a sunny, open site is critical.

Cold Hardiness:

Sensitive to cold, with damage to leaves and flowers below 40°F (4°C); severe damage or death below 30°F (-1°C).
Best suited for frost-free regions; in cooler climates, grow in containers and bring indoors during cold snaps to prevent frost damage.

Water Requirements:

Needs regular watering during establishment, about 2-3 times per week for the first 2-3 months, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.
Once established, water deeply every 7-10 days during dry periods, reducing to biweekly in cooler months to avoid root rot.
Moderately drought-tolerant but produces better fruit with consistent moisture, especially during flowering and fruiting stages.

Planting Guide:

Plant in spring after the last frost in a sunny, well-draining location; dig a hole 2-3 times wider and as deep as the root ball.
Mix native soil with 30-40% compost to improve fertility and drainage; plant at the same depth as the nursery container, ensuring the graft union is above ground.
Water thoroughly after planting and apply a 2-3 inch (5-7 cm) layer of organic mulch (e.g., wood chips or bark), keeping it 2 inches from the trunk to prevent rot.
Space trees 15-20 feet (4.5-6 meters) apart for ground planting; for containers, use a pot at least 20 inches (50 cm) wide with drainage holes.

Fertilizing Times and Recommended Fertilizer:

For young trees, fertilize every 2-3 months during the first year: early spring (March), late spring (May), summer (July), and early fall (September).
Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer like 6-6-6 or a fruit tree-specific blend (e.g., 8-3-9) with micronutrients such as zinc, iron, and manganese to support growth.
For mature trees, apply fertilizer 2-3 times per year: early spring (February), early summer (June), and late summer (August), using 1-2 pounds (0.45-0.9 kg) per inch of trunk diameter, favoring high-potassium blends to enhance fruit quality.
Avoid fertilizing in late fall or winter to prevent tender growth; supplement with chelated iron or magnesium if leaves show signs of deficiency (yellowing or chlorosis).

USDA Zone:

Thrives in USDA Zones 9b-11 for outdoor planting, where frost is minimal or absent.
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.