All about Mangos
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So I planted this little mango tree...
Because mangos are my favorite, and now I'm on a mission to find out everything I possibly can about this fruit. Mango drinks, recipes, artwork and books. How do you pick a good one and am I doing all I can to care for the tree? All things I've got to find out.
I'm truly excited about all the new growth on my little tree (yep, that's it in the pic!) and I've come to realize my mango tree must be incredibly hardy. I planted it just over a year ago, and last year one night it got below freezing - I thought it might die, even though I draped it with a blanket, but lo and behold, it survived just fine! Now it is just over 5 feet tall and I'm wondering if maybe this year it will grow some fruit.
So I hope you'll pick this lens as a favorite if you like Mangos (or if maybe you're not sure) because I'll be adding to this for a long time to come as the tree grows and bears fruit.
I'm truly excited about all the new growth on my little tree (yep, that's it in the pic!) and I've come to realize my mango tree must be incredibly hardy. I planted it just over a year ago, and last year one night it got below freezing - I thought it might die, even though I draped it with a blanket, but lo and behold, it survived just fine! Now it is just over 5 feet tall and I'm wondering if maybe this year it will grow some fruit.
So I hope you'll pick this lens as a favorite if you like Mangos (or if maybe you're not sure) because I'll be adding to this for a long time to come as the tree grows and bears fruit.
Feast your eyes:
Mangos are so pretty, don't you just want to sink your teeth in?
If you ever visit a mango grove...
See if you find tranquility.
Mangos have their origin in India, and the mango tree is considered sacred there since it is said that the Buddha found tranquility in a mango grove.
The Environmental Working Group lists mangos among the fruits least likely to be contaminated with pesticides.
Mangos are the most popular fruit in the world!
Also called the "king of fruit," mangos are sweet, luscious, and juicy.
All good reasons to find some personal tranquility in a mango.
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The Environmental Working Group lists mangos among the fruits least likely to be contaminated with pesticides.
Mangos are the most popular fruit in the world!
Also called the "king of fruit," mangos are sweet, luscious, and juicy.
All good reasons to find some personal tranquility in a mango.
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I don't have a grove, just a tree.
What to do to take care of your mango tree:
They take full sun and lots of water for really great fruit. A tropical climate is the best, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Sensitive to cold, especially young mango trees need to be protected if you know a freeze is coming. Drape the little tree with a blanket to keep the frost off, at least until they are about 3 years old.
Also when the tree is young, stake it so it grows straight- mango trees can get enormous, and will eventually provide a wonderful shady spot in your yard.
My tree is a "Tommy Atkins," (see some more varities later in this lens) and the fruit ripens in June to July. This is the most popular variety planted here in the states and usually what you'll find in the grocery store.
Also when the tree is young, stake it so it grows straight- mango trees can get enormous, and will eventually provide a wonderful shady spot in your yard.
My tree is a "Tommy Atkins," (see some more varities later in this lens) and the fruit ripens in June to July. This is the most popular variety planted here in the states and usually what you'll find in the grocery store.
Update on my tree 6-25-09
Its getting lots of rain lately, look how big its getting!
At about six feet tall now, the tree is more of a presence in the yard. Its very bushy now, and I know I need to trim off leaves from the trunk soon. No fruit right now, but I'm watching and hopeful!My photo looks sort of washed out because of the morning sun but I thought it had kind of a dreamy feel to it- mango trees have an old look to them anyway so it fits. I took this picture this morning, it is already almost 90 degrees outside and I can tell this tree loves the heat and humidity. It is flourishing!
I love how mango trees look with the droopy leaves and lots of shade. At the rate mine is growing, it won't be too long before I have a great shade tree.
So that's about all for the update today, I am really looking forward to getting fruit off this great little tree and tasting the wonderful mango sweetness.
(I'll have a big huge update when that happens ) :)
Have a mango snack to go
YUM.
Official mango business:
They're serious about their fruit.
- National Mango Board
- Find out about events, sign up for the newsletter and even play a game on this official Mango site.
Endless varities of mangos
I had no idea there were so many:
So lets keep to the most popular for now
Haden
Tommy Atkins
Keitt
Francine
Kent
**stay tuned... I'm working on this module still...
:)
Haden
Tommy Atkins
Keitt
Francine
Kent
**stay tuned... I'm working on this module still...
:)
Nutrition facts:
Mangos are really really good for you.
High in vitamins C and A, important antioxidants.
Fat free.
Good source of fiber - one a day should keep you regular!
Mangos contain over 20 different vitamins and minerals.
Contain stomach-comforting enzymes.
Excellent source of beta carotene.
Low in calories.
Fat free.
Good source of fiber - one a day should keep you regular!
Mangos contain over 20 different vitamins and minerals.
Contain stomach-comforting enzymes.
Excellent source of beta carotene.
Low in calories.
Have mangos in your granola
This looks very yummy and very good for you!
At MixMyGranola.com pick your base granola, then add dried fruits - mangos are a good choice - and whatever else you want in there. Looks really yummy!
Let's eat one now.
Spies, Black Ties & Mango Pies: Stories and Recipes from CIA Families All Over the World
Amazon Price: $6.03 (as of 05/27/2012)
Just a really cool book, if you like spies. And fruity recipes.
Kick back with a drink:
The ultimate tropical libation.
I have made this Mango smoothie - Bobby Flay is a genius.
2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted and chopped
2 cups Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mango nectar
1/2 cup white rum
Crushed ice
2 to 4 tablespoons simple syrup, depending on sweetness of mangoes
Directions
Combine mango, yogurt, nectar, rum and a few cups of crushed ice in a blender and blend until smooth and frothy. Sweeten with simple syrup, if needed. Divide among 4 glasses and serve.
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**That photographic print is of Mango Bay Resort!
2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted and chopped
2 cups Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mango nectar
1/2 cup white rum
Crushed ice
2 to 4 tablespoons simple syrup, depending on sweetness of mangoes
Directions
Combine mango, yogurt, nectar, rum and a few cups of crushed ice in a blender and blend until smooth and frothy. Sweeten with simple syrup, if needed. Divide among 4 glasses and serve.
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**That photographic print is of Mango Bay Resort!
Stuff you'll want if you've got a mango in the house:
Alton Brown's Mango Chutney
From the episode - down and out in paradise.
4 pounds fresh mangos, ripe but not too soft, peeled
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon chile flakes
2 1/2 cups medium dice red onion
1/4 cup minced fresh ginger
1 cup small dice red bell pepper
8 ounces unsweetened pineapple juice
4 ounces cider vinegar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
Kosher salt and fresh ground white pepper
1/2 cup raisins or golden raisins
1/2 cup toasted, roughly chopped macadamia nuts
Go to this link for the directions:
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon chile flakes
2 1/2 cups medium dice red onion
1/4 cup minced fresh ginger
1 cup small dice red bell pepper
8 ounces unsweetened pineapple juice
4 ounces cider vinegar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
Kosher salt and fresh ground white pepper
1/2 cup raisins or golden raisins
1/2 cup toasted, roughly chopped macadamia nuts
Go to this link for the directions:
- Foodnetwork.com
- This recipe gets 5 stars and has 13 reviews and I agree, it is so delicious! I served mine warm over pork chops.
Pretty Mango-colored clothing and accessories:
Cute fruity t-shirts and stuff:
Juicy Juicy Mangos Women's Cap Sleeve T-Shirt
Price: $22.99
Mango Tile Coaster
Price: $6.99
Got Shirts? Got Mangoes? Long Sleeve Dark T-Shirt
Price: $30.99
Mango tweets on twitter
who is eating a mango?
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- Vouchers_Im
- HealthSpark: 10% discount on Mango products | Superfit: 15% discount on Superfit ThermoDefine http://t.co/Pliom5hE
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- athleticclothm
- PING Men's Button... http://t.co/jp2BGOUM
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- _KelvinNavea
- Mango? @APatricia10: No son buenos dias es lunes RT"@_KelvinNavea: Buenos dias.""
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- UyaAril
- now eating. yougurt perisa mango.nyum3
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- petarV
- @mango_on_diet Prejak i iz organizacije kojoj takav PR sada ne treba.
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Places where you can find all things mango:
Everything from lipstick to airlines.
- Mangoshop.com
- Pretty clothing for fabulous people. Or is that fabulous clothing for pretty people...
- Mango air!
- If you're in South Africa... this looks like a fun airline.
- Colorschemer.com
- All these color schemes have the color mango in them. Color your website happy.
- Tumblerstore.com
- Those Tervis tumblers are perfect for tropical drinks.
Gimme some mango love :)
Leave a comment, link, your lens.... just love to hear from you!
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daedrea
Feb 4, 2012 @ 7:32 am | delete
- Love your pics and I love magoes!! I lived in Jamaica for 15 years so I grew up around TONS of magoe trees..Oh how I miss them :)
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Ecolicious Feb 14, 2011 @ 10:36 pm | delete
- I once had a mango so delicious i told everyone....everyone how delicious it was. I talked about it for days, weeks... this is how good the mango was. It had the perfect texture, the perfect sweetness, the perfect juiciness, and the perfect amount of mango meat. If a person could fall in love with a mango I would. I did. I still think about that mango.... blessed
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Jan 4, 2011 @ 1:24 pm | delete
- I was very excited when we moved into our present house and we had a mango tree. Unfortunately, I soon found out I was allergic to the sap. Contains the same allergenic as poison ivy - who knew! Still love to eat them though.
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CitiesChick
Nov 29, 2010 @ 9:35 pm | delete
- Yummy! I had my first mango earlier this year and can't wait til we can get some fresh ones here in MN.
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howtocurecancer
Oct 8, 2010 @ 6:12 am | delete
- I love your mango pics. And I like to eat mango inafruit salad with fresh sour creamand a bit of honey on top.
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aesta1
Sep 8, 2010 @ 8:36 am | delete
- I also love mangoes. A green mango drink or green mango salad...wow. My mouth is watering.
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aesta1
Sep 8, 2010 @ 8:36 am | delete
- I also love mangoes. A green mango drink or green mango salad...wow. My mouth is watering.
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skiesgreen
Mar 9, 2010 @ 7:20 pm | delete
- Lovely lens with good pics. lensrolled to Save Planet Earth, because it's just another reason to.
Norma
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vanidiana
Dec 14, 2009 @ 10:38 am | delete
- Mango is my favorite fruit too! I love eating it plain or make mango juice! Yummy!
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vanidiana
Dec 14, 2009 @ 10:38 am | delete
- Mango is my favorite fruit too! I love eating it plain or make mango juice! Yummy!
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WordCustard
Dec 9, 2009 @ 5:44 am | delete
- I'm impressed that you grew your own mango tree! Lensrolling to my Cute Green Pear lens! :)
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MiaBellezza
Dec 4, 2009 @ 2:53 pm | delete
- I wish I lived in a warmer climate, then, I could grow a beautiful and luscious mango tree 5*!
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Superwife
Jun 23, 2009 @ 6:17 am | in reply to lacecrochet | delete
- you are absolutely right, and it is getting so big! I am proud of my lil tree... will be getting that pic in here this week.
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lacecrochet
Jun 13, 2009 @ 12:02 am | delete
- I love mangoes, too. Makes my mouth water just reading your great lens! I have favorited this lens and am looking forward to updates. How about an updated pic of your tree?
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ClassyGals Jun 5, 2009 @ 12:26 pm | delete
- Creatively done lens on mangos. Definitely made me hungry for mango. Five stars!
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EverythingMouse Mar 8, 2009 @ 9:22 pm | delete
- I love mangoes. I use them quite a lot in cookery as they are readily available here.
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clouda9
Mar 1, 2009 @ 4:50 pm | delete
- I love mangos and wish I had a tree in my yard! Marvelous lens. Adding this to a post about spring garden goodies over at http://your-girl-friday.blogspot.com, should be published this afternoon sometime :)
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Jimmie
Feb 22, 2009 @ 6:01 am | delete
- My daughter adores mangos!
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flighty02
Feb 16, 2009 @ 6:35 am | delete
- NIce lens! Welcome to The Cooks Cafe group!
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KimGiancaterino Feb 15, 2009 @ 8:11 pm | delete
- I once stayed with a friend in Hawaii who had a huge mango tree in her front yard. It was so wonderful to pick one for breakfast each morning. I hope your tree bears lots and lots of mangoes! Delightful lens... Welcome to Culinary Favorites From A to Z.
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Thank you!
I'm so glad you stopped by.
I'll be adding updates to this lens as my little mango tree grows, and as I find more yummy mango eats, so add it as a favorite to receive my squidcasts. :)
And thank you for your comments, you know I always like to hear from you!
And thank you for your comments, you know I always like to hear from you!
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