{"product_id":"keitt-mango-tree","title":"Keitt Mango Tree","description":"\u003ch1\u003eKeitt Mango Tree\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge fruit • Low-fiber yellow flesh • Nationwide shipping and Palm Bay pickup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtend your mango season with Keitt, a Florida selection known for large fruit and a late harvest. Its broad oval mangoes usually keep a green skin color even when ripe, sometimes developing a soft pink blush on sun-exposed shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, Keitt offers firm, juicy yellow flesh with little fiber and a sweet flavor balanced by a little tang. The large cheeks make it enjoyable for fresh slices, fruit bowls, smoothies, and desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUF\/IFAS lists fruit around \u003cstrong\u003e20–40 ounces (approximately 570–1,135 grams)\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is a reported range, not a guaranteed average; some fruit grow larger under favorable conditions. Crop load and growing conditions affect individual size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder your Keitt Mango Tree online from The Island Gardeners. \u003cstrong\u003eNationwide shipping is available for eligible destinations and plant sizes; applicable plant-shipping restrictions and checkout availability apply.\u003c\/strong\u003e Local pickup is also available in Palm Bay, Florida, near Melbourne and the Space Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Keitt?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a late-season mango to your harvest plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy generous fruit size and low-fiber yellow flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore a familiar sweet flavor with a gentle tang.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair it with earlier mango varieties to spread your summer harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin and other names\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mangifera indica ‘Keitt’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Homestead, Florida, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeitt was selected by J. N. Keitt. Its parentage has been reported differently over time; this listing does not make a definitive parentage claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor, texture, and uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy ripe Keitt fresh, in salsa, blended into smoothies, or in frozen desserts. Its firm juicy flesh has limited fiber. Green skin does not automatically mean unripe fruit: judge eating readiness by gentle softening and aroma, not a requirement that it turn yellow or red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree size and growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeitt has a spreading, sometimes open or spindly canopy. It is not presented here as dwarf or semi-dwarf. Allow room for growth and use selective pruning for structure and harvest access. Final size depends on site and management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA young tree can be container-grown with adequate drainage and root space, but ongoing canopy and root-space management is needed. In cold climates, plan protected growing conditions that accommodate the tree's eventual size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare for Florida and nationwide growers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny, well-drained site. Water while the tree establishes, then adjust for rainfall, soil moisture, and growth. Avoid standing water. Feed according to the tree's needs and appropriate local mango guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect young trees from frost and cold. In climates with freezing winters, plan for suitable protected growing conditions before ordering; nationwide shipping does not mean nationwide outdoor hardiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor blooms, leaves, and fruit, especially in humid weather. Keitt can be susceptible to bacterial black spot and associated fruit rots; a Florida grower reports substantial losses at its site. Do not market it as disease-proof. Provide airflow and seek local advice when symptoms appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvest Planner and My Food Forest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Florida harvest guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e August–September.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Florida month filters:\u003c\/strong\u003e August, September.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtended observations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some Florida crops begin in July, and fruit can hold into October in certain years. Record these as possible extensions, not guaranteed harvest months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocation, flowering dates, weather, and tree condition affect the season. These months describe Florida growing, not nationwide supermarket availability or a guaranteed harvest calendar for every destination. A long picking window is not the same as continuous year-round production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Calendar\u003c\/strong\u003e to compare Keitt with earlier mangoes and identify gaps or overlaps. In \u003cstrong\u003eMy Food Forest\u003c\/strong\u003e, record your own flowering and harvest dates to refine the forecast. The supplied QR code is identified by the nursery as its Harvest Calendar link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMangifera indica ‘Keitt’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlorida, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad oval to ovoid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen, sometimes with pink blush; may stay green when ripe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReported fruit size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 20–40 oz \/ 570–1,135 g; variable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow, firm, juicy, low fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlavor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet with a little tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpreading, open canopy; pruning affects size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlorida harvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAugust–September main guide; variable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeasonal crop; production depends on conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFulfillment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNationwide shipping where eligible; Palm Bay pickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan a ripe Keitt mango still be green?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its skin often stays green even when the flesh is ready to eat. Use gentle softening and aroma as additional clues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Keitt have much fiber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is generally described as having little or limited fiber, with firm juicy flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you ship outside Florida?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, The Island Gardeners offers nationwide shipping. Destination eligibility, plant size, and applicable restrictions determine whether a specific tree can be sent to your address. Check the available checkout options or contact the nursery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I pick up locally?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Local pickup is available in Palm Bay, Florida, near Melbourne and the Space Coast. Follow checkout pickup instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it survive winter outdoors where I live?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMango is cold-sensitive. Growers in freezing climates need protected conditions. Verify a suitable growing setup for your location before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a dwarf mango?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis listing makes no dwarf claim. Its spreading canopy requires space and pruning appropriate to your growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen will my tree fruit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTiming depends on propagation, age, tree health, and establishment. Confirm the actual nursery option; no fixed first-fruit date is promised here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the product photo show the tree I will receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe main graphic illustrates mature cultivar features. Stock size and fruiting status follow the selected nursery option; fruit on arrival is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCall to action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring Keitt mangoes to your garden. 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