Valencia Pride Mango Grafted Hybrid Plant

The Valencia Pride Mango is one of the most visually striking and fast-growing mango varieties in the world. Originally a seedling of the 'Haden' mango, it was discovered in Florida in 1941 and has since become a favorite for home gardeners and connoisseurs alike due to its enormous fruit size and exceptionally smooth texture.

🥭 Fruit Characteristics
Appearance: Distinctive for its long, slender, and slightly curved "S-shape" (sigmoid). It is a large mango, typically weighing between 1 and 2 pounds (600–900g).

Color: When ripe, the skin is a vibrant golden-yellow, usually covered in a brilliant crimson or dark red blush.

Flavor Profile: It offers a classic, sweet tropical flavor with a mild, pleasant aroma. Many describe notes of honey, peach, and citrus.

Texture: The deep yellow flesh is nearly fiberless, firm yet meltingly juicy, making it ideal for slicing or eating fresh.

🌳 Tree & Growth Habits
Vigor: This is one of the fastest-growing mango trees. If left unpruned, it can quickly reach heights of 30 to 50 feet.

Growth Habit: It has an upright, open, and spreading canopy, making it an excellent choice for a shade tree.

Hardiness: Best suited for USDA Zones 9–11. It is sensitive to frost and prefers full sun (at least 8 hours a day).

Disease Resistance: It shows good resistance to anthracnose, a common fungal issue that affects many other mango varieties in humid climates.

📅 Season & Harvest
Harvest Window: It is a late-season variety. In Florida and similar climates, the fruit typically ripens from July through August.

Yield: It is known for consistent and heavy production once the tree is established.