Val Carrie Mango Tree

Bold tropical flavor • Soft, fiberless flesh • Nationwide shipping and Palm Bay pickup

Product description

Explore a distinctive mango for your fruit-tree collection with Val Carrie, also written Val-Carrie. This specialty Florida selection is worth considering if you enjoy mangoes with a pronounced aroma and a memorable flavor.

The fruit is medium-sized and oblong, ripening toward light yellow. Inside, soft orange-yellow flesh is fiberless. Expect a bold, sweet-spicy, aromatic eating experience in the Indian-Alphonso flavor group; some tasters notice a bubblegum-like note. Its intensity is part of its appeal, although those who prefer mild mangoes may find it strong.

Enjoy ripe fruit fresh, blend it into a smoothie, or experiment with small portions in your favorite fruit recipes. Taste varies with ripeness and growing conditions.

Order your Val Carrie Mango Tree from The Island Gardeners. Nationwide shipping is available for eligible destinations and plant sizes, subject to applicable restrictions and checkout availability. Local pickup is available in Palm Bay, Florida, near Melbourne and the Space Coast.

Why grow Val Carrie?

• Explore another specialty variety beyond familiar supermarket mangoes.
• Grow fruit for your family's table and homemade recipes.
• Add variety to a backyard food forest.
• Compare its expected season with other fruit trees using our Harvest Calendar.

Origin and other names

Botanical name: Mangifera indica ‘Val-Carrie’
Other spelling: Val Carrie Mango.
Origin: Selected by the Zill family in Boynton Beach, Florida.
Parentage: A Valencia Pride × Carrie cross has been suggested but is not confirmed here.

Val Carrie is a separate cultivar from Carrie. Do not combine their inventory or substitute Carrie's specifications for this listing.

Fruit size and appearance

A reliable average weight was not established, so this listing uses the supported medium-size description without inventing an ounce range. Fruit size varies with crop load and growing conditions.

The supplied references guide the graphic's elongated silhouette, yellow-green color, and natural skin markings. They do not independently verify nursery stock identity.

Tree size and growth

Reported growth is moderately vigorous and somewhat upright, with training and pruning affecting the canopy. This listing makes no dwarf or semi-dwarf claim and does not promise a fixed mature height.

Plan room for the developing canopy and access for harvesting. A maintained size is a result of site conditions and management, not a guaranteed cultivar dimension. Ask about the actual nursery tree before choosing its permanent location.

Growing and care

Choose full sun, a warm location, and well-drained soil. Avoid places that hold water after rain. Water a new planting during establishment, then adjust to rainfall, soil moisture, and tree needs. Feed according to tree age and local mango guidance.

Prune selectively after harvest to maintain structure and access. Protect young trees from frost. Palm Bay and Central Florida growers should plan for cold events; customers in freezing climates need suitable protected conditions before ordering.

A young tree can be container-grown with adequate drainage and root space, but long-term container culture requires ongoing canopy and root-space management. It is not a guarantee of suitability for a small permanent pot.

Monitor flowers, leaves, and fruit for pests and diseases, especially during wet weather. Seek local guidance when symptoms appear; avoid treating any cultivar as disease-proof.

Harvest Planner and My Food Forest

Florida harvest guide: June–July, early-to-mid season.
Primary Florida month filters: June, July.

These are planning months, not guaranteed picking dates. Flowering, weather, tree condition, and location affect timing. Nationwide shipping does not mean Florida's calendar or climate applies to every destination.

Use the Harvest Calendar to compare Val Carrie with earlier and later fruit trees and spot gaps or overlaps. Add it to My Food Forest, then record your own bloom and harvest dates to refine the forecast. The supplied QR code is the nursery-designated Harvest Calendar link.

Quick growing information

Frequently asked questions

Is Val Carrie the same as Carrie?
No. Keep the full cultivar name when ordering, tagging, and recording your tree.

Is the flavor mild?
This is a variety for tasters who enjoy intensity. See the flavor profile above rather than assuming every mango has the same sweetness and aroma.

Is it a dwarf mango?
This listing does not make that claim. Review the growth guidance and allow room for the canopy.

How soon will my tree fruit?
Timing depends on propagation, age, establishment, health, and growing conditions. Ask about the specific nursery option; no fixed first-fruit date or crop size is promised.

Can I grow it outside Florida?
Suitability depends on your climate and growing setup. Mango is cold-sensitive, so freezing climates require appropriate protection and space for the developing tree.

Do you ship nationwide?
Yes, where the destination and selected plant size are eligible. Check the available checkout options or contact The Island Gardeners about applicable restrictions.

Can I pick up locally?
Yes. Local pickup is available in Palm Bay, Florida, near Melbourne. Follow the pickup instructions provided with your order.

Does the image show the exact plant I receive?
The main graphic illustrates mature fruit and cultivar features. Actual size and condition follow your selected nursery option; fruit on arrival is not guaranteed.

Call to action

Explore Val Carrie for your tropical-fruit collection. Choose an available nursery option for eligible nationwide shipping or local pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.

Grow what you eat and eat what you grow.