{"product_id":"orange-sherbet-mango-tree","title":"Orange Sherbet Mango tree","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet Mango Tree – Sweet, Citrusy \u0026amp; Fiberless Florida Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd an unforgettable flavor to your mango collection with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet Mango Tree (Mangifera indica ‘Orange Sherbet’)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly sought-after Florida mango is prized for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintensely sweet flavor, distinctive orange-citrus notes, rich aroma, and smooth fiberless flesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet is not your average mango. Its bold citrus character can create a flavor experience reminiscent of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esweet orange sherbet blended with tropical mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it especially appealing to mango enthusiasts looking for unique dessert-quality fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for Florida backyards, tropical food forests, home orchards, and specialty mango collections, Orange Sherbet is a variety grown primarily for one thing—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexceptional flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥭 Fruit Taste \u0026amp; Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet is famous for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintense, sweet and citrus-forward flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen properly ripened, the fruit can develop pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorange and citrus-like notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e layered over rich tropical mango sweetness. The combination is what inspired the name “Orange Sherbet.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flesh is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejuicy, smooth and virtually fiberless\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving the fruit an excellent dessert-quality texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet is outstanding eaten fresh and can also be used for smoothies, sorbets, fruit salads, juices and tropical desserts—but this is one mango you'll probably want to eat straight from the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥭 Fruit Size \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet generally produces \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall to medium-sized mangoes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although fruit size can vary depending on tree maturity, crop load and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit is typically elongated to oval in shape. Skin color develops shades of green and yellow as the mango matures and may show additional coloration depending on sun exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside, Orange Sherbet develops attractive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyellow to orange flesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a juicy, smooth texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon't judge this mango only by its exterior—the real attraction is its intense flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Orange Sherbet Mango Tree Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet generally develops a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoderately vigorous growth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike most mango trees, it can eventually become large if allowed to grow without pruning. For residential landscapes, regular canopy management is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith consistent pruning, Orange Sherbet can generally be maintained around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8–12 feet tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for easier care and harvesting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is not considered a true dwarf mango, so gardeners should plan for adequate growing space even when maintaining a smaller canopy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Origin of the Orange Sherbet Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet mango originated in South Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is associated with the modern generation of Florida mango selections known for exceptional flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cultivar is connected with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZill family mango selections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and has become particularly sought after by mango enthusiasts because of its distinctive citrus-forward flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet is also commonly discussed in connection with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLemon Zest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, another Florida mango famous for strong citrus characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mangifera indica ‘Orange Sherbet’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Orange Sherbet Mango, Orange Sherbet Mango Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlternative Spelling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Orange Sherbert Mango is sometimes used in searches, although \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the cultivar name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor SEO, including “Orange Sherbert Mango” as a tag can help capture customers who use the common misspelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Orange Sherbet Mango Fruiting Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet generally produces during the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esummer mango season in Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, typically falling within the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emid-season range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest commonly occurs around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune through July\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in South Florida, although the exact timing varies depending on weather, flowering, tree maturity and location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrees grown in Central Florida may flower and ripen somewhat differently due to cooler winter temperatures and local growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Orange Sherbet Mango Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant Orange Sherbet in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, ideally where it receives at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Good sunlight supports healthy growth, flowering and fruit development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mango trees require \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewell-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Avoid locations where water remains around the roots for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water newly planted trees regularly while their root systems become established. Once established, mango trees are relatively drought tolerant. Allow the soil to drain between watering and avoid keeping the root zone constantly saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feed young trees with a fertilizer appropriate for mangoes or tropical fruit trees. Micronutrients may also be beneficial depending on local soil conditions. Avoid excessive nitrogen on mature trees because it can promote vegetative growth rather than flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune after harvest to control height, encourage lateral branching and improve airflow. Regular pruning helps create a wider, more manageable canopy and makes harvesting easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mango trees are tropical and sensitive to frost and freezing temperatures, especially while young. In Central Florida, plant Orange Sherbet in a warm, protected location and provide cold protection when freezing temperatures are expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Growing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Young Orange Sherbet mango trees can be grown in large containers. Long-term container growing requires sufficient root space, excellent drainage, proper nutrition and regular pruning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Why Grow an Orange Sherbet Mango Tree?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Sherbet is an excellent choice for mango lovers who want \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflavor that stands out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of offering only traditional mango sweetness, Orange Sherbet delivers a memorable combination of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintense sweetness, orange-citrus flavor, tropical aroma and smooth fiberless flesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's especially appealing to collectors who enjoy citrus-flavored mangoes and want to compare varieties such as Orange Sherbet and Lemon Zest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a Florida backyard food forest or mango collection, Orange Sherbet brings a completely different flavor experience to the harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Orange Sherbet Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mangifera indica ‘Orange Sherbet’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Orange Sherbet Mango, Orange Sherbet Mango Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlternative Search Spelling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Orange Sherbert Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small to medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intensely sweet, rich and tropical with pronounced orange-citrus notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Juicy, smooth and virtually fiberless\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderately vigorous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintained Backyard Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 8–12 ft. with regular pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruiting Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally June–July in South Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun, ideally 6–8+ hours daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-draining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Regular while establishing; moderate once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e South Florida, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fresh eating, Florida backyards, tropical food forests, home orchards and specialty mango collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eIf you enjoy mangos that have strong citrus flavored mangos (\u003ca data-lasso-id=\"398\" href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreeguide.com\/lemon-meringue-mango-grow-guide\/\"\u003eLemon Meringue\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-lasso-id=\"399\" href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreeguide.com\/orange-sherbet-mango-grow-guide\/\"\u003eLemon Zest\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theislandgardeners.com\/products\/orange-essence-mango-tree\" title=\"Orange Essence Mango tree\"\u003eOrange Essence\u003c\/a\u003e, etc.) then you will LOVE Orange Sherbet Mango.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"3 gal","offer_id":46706473435325,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 gal","offer_id":46706473468093,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 gal","offer_id":46706473500861,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 gal","offer_id":46706473533629,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/orange-sherbet-mango-fruit.jpg?v=1790883480","url":"https:\/\/theislandgardeners.com\/products\/orange-sherbet-mango-tree","provider":"The Island Gardeners","version":"1.0","type":"link"}