Carrie Mango Tree in 7-Gallon Pot Available in Jupiter, FL
The Carrie Mango (Mangifera indica ‘Carrie’) is a beloved Florida classic known for its rich, aromatic flavor and exceptionally smooth, fiberless flesh. Often described as one of the most flavorful mango varieties, Carrie delivers an intense, sweet, and spicy tropical profile that mango enthusiasts absolutely cherish.
Highly adapted to South Florida’s humid climate, Carrie is also prized for its natural disease resistance and compact growth habit—making it an excellent choice for backyard growers and smaller spaces. In a 7-gallon pot, this grafted tree is well-established and approaching productive maturity.
Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):
Sunlight: Full sun—6 to 8 hours daily for optimal flowering and fruit production.
Watering: Moderate. Water deeply when the top 2–3 inches of soil are dry. Maintain consistent moisture during flowering and fruit development.
Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil enriched with compost. Carrie performs especially well in South Florida’s native soils.
Fertilizer: Apply a mango-specific fertilizer 3–4 times per year. Supplement with potassium and micronutrients like zinc and boron during bloom and fruit set.
Growth Habit: Naturally compact and dense. Typically reaches 10–15 feet in-ground and is easily maintained smaller with pruning. In a 7-gallon pot, trees are generally 3–5 feet tall.
Temperature: USDA Zones 10–11. Thrives in South Florida’s heat and humidity. More disease-resistant than many mango varieties.
Maintenance: Low. Light pruning after harvest maintains shape and airflow. Minimal disease pressure compared to many other mango types.
Harvest & Seasonality:
Planting Time: Best planted spring through early fall for strong root establishment.
Harvest Time: Early to mid-season—typically May through June in South Florida.
How to Harvest: Pick when fruit begins to turn yellow-green and develops a strong, sweet aroma. Allow to ripen indoors for peak flavor.
Fruit Characteristics: Medium-sized fruit with green to yellow skin. Flesh is deep orange, soft, completely fiberless, and intensely aromatic. Flavor is rich, sweet, and slightly spicy with classic “old Florida” mango character.
Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
Carrie mangoes are rich in Vitamins A and C, antioxidants, and fiber. They support immune health, digestion, skin vitality, and hydration—making them a delicious and nutrient-dense tropical fruit.
Ideal For:
- South Florida backyard orchards
- Mango lovers seeking intense flavor
- Compact spaces and smaller yards
- Early-season harvest planning
- Low-maintenance fruit tree growers
Plant Classification:
Scientific Name: Mangifera indica ‘Carrie’
Common Name: Carrie Mango
Plant Type: Tropical fruit tree
Family: Anacardiaceae (cashew & mango family)
Class: Dicot – Broadleaf evergreen
Growth Form: Compact, dense canopy
Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen—retains foliage year-round
Perennial or Annual: Perennial—produces fruit annually with proper care
Container Size: 7-gallon pot
