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 ) :)
Want your own tree?
The live one is way less expensive than the aritficial:
Mango Tree Five Gallon
Amazon Price: (as of 01/02/2010) 
6' Mango Silk Tree
Amazon Price: $269.00 (as of 01/02/2010)
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.
Luscious fruit:
Mangoes belong to the genus Mangifera, consisting of numerous species of tropical fruiting trees in the flowering plant family Anacardiaceae. The mango is indigenous to India.Mango: botany and taxonomy, HorticultureWorld Cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions and distributed widely in the world, mango is one of the most extensively exploited fruits for food, juice, flavor, fragrance and color.
In several cultures, its fruit and leaves are ritually used as floral decorations at weddings, public celebrations and religious ceremonies.
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: (as of 01/02/2010)
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 shoes:
Jessica Simpson Women's Anna Satin Double Breasted Trench Coat,Mango,Large
Amazon Price: (as of 01/02/2010)
crocs Women's Capri Thong,White/Mango,8 M
Amazon Price: $22.90 (as of 01/02/2010)
Vasque Men's Velocity Trail Runner,Shark/Mango,9.5 M US
Amazon Price: $95.00 (as of 01/02/2010)
Two Tone Mango Resin Bangle Bracelet
Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 01/02/2010)
Cute fruity t-shirts and stuff:
Juicy Juicy Mangos Women's Cap Sleeve T-Shirt
Price: 21.99
Mango Tile Coaster
Price: 6.99
Got Shirts? Got Mangoes? Long Sleeve Dark T-Shirt
Price: 29.99
Doesn't it make you feel a little tropical?
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Mango tweets on twitter
who is eating a mango?
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- freshpreezy
- @Princessnyah slice of mango wid sum ice cream its niceeeee!
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- MichaelPata
- @Rangergirl141 I tried growing a mango bu no luck, no coconut palm either
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- keithfaul
- just ordered a smoothie, but may have gone overboard on ingredients. pomegrante,blueberry,mango & papaya. no idea what it'll taste like
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- Miss_Pauline
- @emiliorojas Mango with chile and limon. Sorry I win.
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- LadiieGemszOffi
- Last Night Was Live Shoutouts 2 @QU33NAMY @Hollywoodsteve Nadia & Carlito.Had That Fruity Mango @ Taj
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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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- vanidiana vanidiana Dec 14, 2009 @ 10:38 am
- Mango is my favorite fruit too! I love eating it plain or make mango juice! Yummy!
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- vanidiana vanidiana Dec 14, 2009 @ 10:38 am
- Mango is my favorite fruit too! I love eating it plain or make mango juice! Yummy!
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- WordCustard WordCustard Dec 9, 2009 @ 5:44 am
- I'm impressed that you grew your own mango tree! Lensrolling to my Cute Green Pear lens! :)
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- MiaBellezza MiaBellezza Dec 4, 2009 @ 2:53 pm
- I wish I lived in a warmer climate, then, I could grow a beautiful and luscious mango tree 5*!
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- Superwife Superwife Jun 23, 2009 @ 6:17 am | in reply to lacecrochet
- 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 lacecrochet Jun 13, 2009 @ 12:02 am
- 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 ClassyGals Jun 5, 2009 @ 12:26 pm
- Creatively done lens on mangos. Definitely made me hungry for mango. Five stars!
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- EverythingMouse EverythingMouse Mar 8, 2009 @ 9:22 pm
- I love mangoes. I use them quite a lot in cookery as they are readily available here.
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- clouda9 clouda9 Mar 1, 2009 @ 4:50 pm
- 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 Jimmie Feb 22, 2009 @ 6:01 am
- My daughter adores mangos!
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- flighty02 flighty02 Feb 16, 2009 @ 6:35 am
- NIce lens! Welcome to The Cooks Cafe group!
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- KimGiancaterino KimGiancaterino Feb 15, 2009 @ 8:11 pm
- 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.
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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