{"product_id":"p-22-mango","title":"P-22 Mango Tree","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP-22 Mango Tree – Rare Florida Mango with Exceptional Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd something different to your mango collection with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP-22 Mango Tree (Mangifera indica)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a newer Florida selection associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZill mango breeding program\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP-22 has attracted attention among mango enthusiasts for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent sweetness, smooth eating quality, and distinctive Indochinese-style flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It isn't one of the old supermarket varieties—this is the kind of mango that appeals to collectors and backyard growers looking for something beyond the ordinary.\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\u003eP-22 is known for an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndochinese-style flavor profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, similar to the flavor family associated with Zill Indochinese, commonly called ZINC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect a delicious combination of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent sweetness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright tropical flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMild tartness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubtle citrus characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, enjoyable flesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe balance of sweetness and acidity gives P-22 a more complex character than a mango that's simply sugary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen properly ripened, it's an excellent fresh-eating mango.\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\u003eP-22 generally produces \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emedium-sized fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although fruit size can vary according to climate, crop load and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mangoes tend toward a rounded to ovate shape with relatively light-colored flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP-22 is particularly valued for its eating quality rather than dramatic exterior coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor mango collectors, what's inside is the real attraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 P-22 Mango Tree Size \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP-22 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoderately vigorous mango tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a tendency toward upright growth and a relatively open canopy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is not considered a true dwarf mango.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith regular pruning after harvest, home growers can maintain the tree at a more manageable size of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–15 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on climate and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnnual pruning is especially useful for backyard growers who want to control height, improve airflow and keep fruit easier to harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌎 Origin of P-22 Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP-22 originated in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is associated with the mango breeding and selection work of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGary Zill\/Zill Mangoes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unusual name comes from its selection designation rather than a traditional cultivar name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP-22 remains much less commonly encountered than established Florida mangoes such as Haden, Glenn, Carrie or Kent, making it especially interesting for mango collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mangifera indica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e P-22 \/ Zill P-22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Florida, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreeding\/Selection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Associated with Gary Zill \/ Zill Mangoes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor Group:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Indochinese \/ ZINC-type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e P-22 Mango, P22 Mango, Zill P-22 Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublic documentation regarding the exact parentage of P-22 remains limited, so we prefer not to present unconfirmed parentage as fact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Fruiting \u0026amp; Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP-22 is generally considered a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emid-season mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in South Florida, with reports commonly placing its ripening period around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune through July\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on weather and location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Central Florida and other growing areas, flowering and harvest timing can shift according to winter temperatures, spring weather and local growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with other mango varieties, individual seasons can vary from year to year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ P-22 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 in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, ideally where the tree receives at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mango trees prefer well-draining soil. Once established, they generally perform better when their roots aren't kept continuously wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly while the tree is becoming established. Mature mango trees are relatively drought tolerant, but supplemental watering may be beneficial during extended dry periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use an appropriate tropical-fruit fertilizer and follow label directions. 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