Alphonso Mango Tree Grafted Live Plant – 3 Gallon Pot, Tropical Fruit

Overview

Cultivate your own piece of paradise with the exceptional Alphonso Mango Tree live plant. Renowned as the ‘King of Tropical Fruits’, this grafted live plant promises to deliver the world’s most prized mangoes directly to your backyard. The Alphonso mango is celebrated globally for its unparalleled flavor, lusciously sweet taste, and remarkably non-fibrous texture. Its vibrant saffron/golden flesh and intoxicatingly aromatic fragrance make it a true culinary delight. This carefully grafted plant significantly reduces the waiting period for fruit production, allowing you to enjoy your first homegrown harvest within a swift 1-2 years, much faster than traditional seedlings. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or an enthusiastic beginner, the Alphonso Mango Tree live plant offers a rewarding and delicious tropical fruit experience.

Key Benefits

Growing your own Alphonso Mango Tree live plant brings a multitude of advantages, both for your palate and your garden. This low-maintenance grafted mango tree is an excellent addition to any landscape, providing both beauty and bounty.

• Early Fruit Production: Thanks to its grafted nature, this grafted mango tree begins bearing delicious, high-quality fruit in just 1-2 years, significantly reducing the wait compared to seed-grown trees.
• Exceptional Flavor & Texture: Savor the exquisite, tropically sweet taste of Alphonso mangoes, characterized by their vibrant golden flesh and remarkably non-fibrous consistency.
• Aromatic Fragrance: Fully ripened Alphonso mangoes release a captivating, fruity aroma that enhances any outdoor or indoor space.
• High Yield & Easy Care: Expect a bountiful supply of fresh mangoes with minimal ongoing care once established, making it perfect for busy lifestyles seeking the joy of growing Alphonso mangoes.
• Aesthetic Appeal: Beyond its fruit, the lush foliage and vibrant growth of the mango tree add significant beauty and a tropical ambiance to your garden or patio.
• Healthy & Fresh Produce: Enjoy the health benefits of fresh, organic mangoes picked directly from your own tropical fruit tree.
• Adaptable Growth: This robust variety adapts well to various warm climates, thriving in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10-11.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Alphonso Mango Tree live plant is straightforward, especially once it’s established. Understanding its basic needs will ensure robust growth and abundant fruit production. This guide will help you cultivate a healthy and productive plant. The grafted mango tree thrives in warm climates, ideally within USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10-11, where temperatures rarely drop below freezing. It requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to ensure robust growth, healthy foliage, and abundant fruit production. Choose a location in your garden that receives full sun exposure throughout the day. When it comes to soil, well-draining conditions are crucial. A slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0) is ideal for optimal growth and fruit development. Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to improve drainage, or consider planting in a raised bed or large container if your native soil is unsuitable.

Water your Alphonso Mango Tree live plant regularly, especially during dry periods and while the plant is establishing. However, it’s essential to avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Allow the top few inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize young trees every 2-3 months with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer designed for tropical fruit trees. As the tree matures, you can reduce fertilization to 3-4 times a year, focusing on formulations that support fruit production. Protect young trees from strong winds and cold snaps. In cooler zones, consider growing your tropical fruit tree in a large pot that can be moved indoors during winter. Proper Alphonso mango care ensures a healthy and productive plant.

Size & Details

This Alphonso Mango Tree live plant is a vigorous, grafted live plant, approximately 36 inches in height upon arrival. It is carefully housed in a 3-gallon nursery pot, providing a strong root system ready for transplanting. Grafting ensures that the tree will produce fruit true to the Alphonso variety and significantly shortens the time to harvest, with fruit typically appearing within 1-2 years of planting. The low-maintenance tree usually yields mangoes weighing between 0.5-0.75 lbs each, with the peak ripening season occurring from late June to July. This size makes it manageable for planting in the ground or in a larger container, allowing flexibility for gardeners in various climates and spaces. We prioritize the health and safety of your plant, meticulously packaging it for safe transit to ensure it arrives ready to thrive in its new home.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How soon will my Alphonso Mango Tree produce fruit? A: Grafted Alphonso Mango Tree live plant specimens typically produce delicious fruit within 1-2 years of planting, offering a much quicker path to harvest compared to trees grown from seed, which can take up to 5 years.
• Q: What size pot does the Alphonso Mango Tree come in? A: Your Alphonso Mango Tree live plant arrives in a 3-gallon nursery pot, providing ample space for its established root system and making it ready for immediate planting or repotting into a larger container.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Alphonso Mango Tree live plant is primarily an outdoor plant in warm, tropical climates (USDA Zones 10-11). However, in cooler regions, it can be grown in a large container and brought indoors during colder months. This is key for good Alphonso mango care.
• Q: How much sunlight does the Alphonso Mango Tree need daily? A: This tropical fruit tree requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day to ensure robust growth, healthy foliage, and abundant fruit production.
• Q: Is the Alphonso Mango Tree easy to care for? A: Yes, once established, the Alphonso Mango Tree live plant is considered low-maintenance. It requires consistent watering and appropriate sunlight, making it suitable for both seasoned gardeners and enthusiastic beginners interested in growing Alphonso mangoes.
• Q: What condition will the plant arrive in? A: We meticulously wrap and securely fasten your plant in specialized packaging to ensure it arrives healthy and ready to thrive in its new environment. While shipped without the container for safe transit, its roots are protected.
• Q: When is the best time to plant an Alphonso Mango Tree? A: The best time to plant is typically in spring or early summer, after the last threat of frost has passed, allowing the tree ample time to establish before cooler weather.
• Q: What type of soil is best for mango tree care? A: Well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0) is ideal for optimal growth and fruit development. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils for proper Alphonso mango care.
• Q: Will this tree survive winter in my zone? A: Alphonso mangoes thrive in warm climates, ideally suited for USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10-11, where temperatures rarely drop below freezing. Protection is needed in colder zones.
• Q: How often should I water my Mango Tree Alphonso Variety? A: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, but allow the topsoil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot and ensure healthy root development.