Alphonso Mango
Alphonso mango is an Indian cultivar regarded by many as the gold standard of all mangoes. They have a sweet flavor with hints of apricot and peach. The pulp is deep orange, very aromatic and exceptionally juicy. Ripe fruits are greenish-yellow to yellow in color.
Alphonso Details | |
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Growth Type | Round, open canopy |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Tree Size | 10 – 15 ft. tall and wide |
Fruit Color | Greenish yellow to yellow |
Fruit Season | June – July |
Flavor | Very sweet with hints of apricot, nectarine, peach, melon, honey and citrus |
Fruit Weight | 6 – 12 ounces |
Water Needs | Regular |
Light Needs | Full sun |
Soil Requirements | Well drained |
USDA Zone | 9b – 11 |