Manila Mango Tree

Manila Mango on a textured white background

5 Gallon

$199.00

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Manila Mango Tree

Mangifera indica ’Manila’

Most Cold-Tolerant Mango Variety • Rich, Spicy-Sweet Classic Flavor • Top Choice for Marginal Climates

$199.00

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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Manila Mango is a tough, adaptable, and beloved classic, particularly valued for its superior cold tolerance and rich, spicy-sweet flavor. This variety produces smaller, oval fruit with thin, yellow skin and vibrant golden flesh that is creamy, fiberless, and bursting with a robust, complex flavor often described as spicy or turpentine-like—a trait cherished by mango aficionados. As one of the most cold-resistant mango varieties, it is a top recommendation for adventurous gardeners in marginal subtropical climates like Southern California.

Highly prized for its exceptional cold tolerance, making it the best choice for cooler subtropical areas (like SoCal) where other mangoes fail.
Flavor is rich, sweet, and complex with distinctive spicy/resinous notes characteristic of "Indian-type" mangoes.
Flesh is deep golden-yellow, creamy, and essentially fiberless.
Fruit is typically smaller and more oval than commercial varieties.
A vigorous tree that requires well-drained soil and benefits from protection when young.
Not a true commercial variety but a seedling type, often grown from seed, leading to some variation.

Flavor Profile:

Flavor: Intensely sweet and rich with a unique, bold, spicy (sometimes called "turpentine") aroma and flavor that is highly aromatic.
Texture: Creamy, smooth, and melting.
Best Uses: A superb fresh-eating mango for those who love intense, classic mango flavor. Excellent for making chutney, preserves, and adding depth to smoothies.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Foliage: Elliptic-lanceolate leaves, deep green with smooth edges that are slightly wavy, slightly drooping; new leaves are copper-red.Flowers: Conical-shaped clusters, light yellow-green, small and dense, bloom in panicle clusters during early winter.Fruit: Oval-shaped, medium to small size, with yellow skin that may sometimes have a faint red blush, thin skin.Flesh: Golden yellow, smooth texture, fiberless, sweet, juicy, and rich in flavor, with each fruit weighing up to 1 pound
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages:Known for its sweet, juicy, and rich flavor.Smooth, fiberless flesh, making it easy to eat.Relatively small and manageable fruit size, ideal for home orchards
Landscape Uses:Suitable for small orchards and edible landscaping.Perfect for tropical gardens and patiosv

Q: Is this the best mango for Southern California?
A: Yes, 'Manila' (and its improved selections like 'Manila Sweet') is widely considered the most reliable and cold-tolerant variety for trying to grow mangoes in the ground in USDA Zone 10a/10b Southern California. It still requires a warm, protected microclimate.

Q: What does "turpentine" flavor mean? Is it unpleasant?
A: It's a traditional descriptor for the complex, spicy, resinous aroma found in many old Asian mango varieties. It is not unpleasant but is a strong, aromatic component that balances the sweetness, loved by mango purists. It mellows as the fruit fully ripens.

Q: Can I grow it from a seed from a grocery store mango?
A: If the fruit was labeled "Manila" or "Ataulfo" (a selected type), the seed may grow into a similar tree. However, for guaranteed cold tolerance and quality, purchasing a grafted tree from a reputable nursery is strongly recommended.