Val-Carrie' Mango Live Plant (Mangifera indica)

The 'Val-Carrie' mango is a captivating hybrid that captures the best traits of its parentage, likely a cross between the legendary 'Valencia Pride' and 'Carrie'. This variety is highly sought after by enthusiasts for its intense, spicy-sweet flavor profile, which offers a complex medley of resinous and citrusy notes. Those with a refined palate may even detect hints of coconut, canistel, or even bubblegum, making every bite a bold and aromatic experience.

The fruit itself features a soft, juicy, and completely fiberless orange-yellow flesh that melts in the mouth, providing a gourmet eating experience. Growing on a manageable, compact tree that typically reaches between 15 to 20 feet, the 'Val-Carrie' is an ideal candidate for smaller landscapes or container growing in warm climates like USDA zones 10-11. Its attractive canopy and reliable production make it as much an ornamental asset as it is a fruit-bearing one.

As an early-to-mid-season producer, the 'Val-Carrie' typically ripens during the peak of summer in June and July. Because it inherits the manageable growth of the 'Carrie' and the sweetness of the 'Valencia Pride', it serves as a perfect middle ground for growers who want a high-vigor flavor in a space-saving package. For the home gardener looking for a "conversation starter" fruit with a unique, punchy aroma, this variety is a premier choice.