{"product_id":"xoai-tuong-mango-tree","title":"Xoai Tuong Mango tree","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXoai Tuong Mango Tree – Giant Vietnamese Elephant Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow something truly different with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXoai Tuong Mango Tree (Mangifera indica)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a traditional Vietnamese mango famous for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexceptionally large fruit, crunchy texture, and versatility for both green and ripe eating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElephant Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Xoai Tuong is an exciting addition for tropical fruit collectors and anyone who loves Southeast Asian mango varieties. The impressive fruit can become considerably larger than many traditional mango cultivars, making it a standout in the backyard, food forest, or home orchard.\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\u003eOne of the special characteristics of Xoai Tuong is that the mango can be enjoyed at different stages of maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emature-green stage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the flesh is firm, crisp and crunchy with a refreshing, mildly tangy flavor. This is a popular way to enjoy Xoai Tuong and makes it an excellent mango for slicing, salads, dipping and traditional Southeast Asian preparations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the fruit ripens, the flesh becomes softer and develops greater sweetness and tropical aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis versatility makes Xoai Tuong particularly appealing for mango lovers who enjoy both \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecrunchy green mangoes and sweeter ripe fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\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\u003eSize is one of the biggest attractions of Xoai Tuong.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe variety is famous for producing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every large, elongated fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which is why it is commonly called Elephant Mango.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit can approach approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 kilogram (2.2 pounds)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e under favorable growing conditions, although actual size varies according to tree maturity, crop load, nutrition and climate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit is generally elongated with green skin when immature. Depending on the particular Xoai Tuong selection, the exterior may become more yellow as the fruit ripens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe impressive size makes Xoai Tuong an excellent variety for social media content—especially when photographed next to a hand or traditional-sized mango for comparison.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Xoai Tuong Mango Tree Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXoai Tuong develops into a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003evigorous tropical mango tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf allowed to grow naturally, the tree can eventually become large. For residential landscapes, regular canopy management is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith consistent pruning after harvest, growers can maintain a shorter and wider canopy that makes harvesting easier and encourages manageable growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA maintained backyard height of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–15 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a practical goal with consistent pruning, although the tree naturally wants to grow considerably larger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXoai Tuong is not considered a dwarf mango.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Origin of the Xoai Tuong Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXoai Tuong originates from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where mangoes have been cultivated for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Vietnamese word \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Xoài” means mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while Xoai Tuong is commonly translated or marketed internationally as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElephant Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, referring to the impressive size of the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXoai Tuong has traditionally been especially appreciated as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egreen-eating mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with its large fruit sliced while the flesh is still firm and crunchy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeveral Xoai Tuong types or selections are grown in Vietnam, so fruit characteristics can vary somewhat among trees sold under the broader Xoai Tuong name.\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\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Xoai Tuong Mango, Xoài Tượng Mango, Tuong Mango, Elephant Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Xoai Tuong Mango Fruiting Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Florida, Xoai Tuong should be expected to produce during the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esummer mango season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although exact flowering and harvest dates can vary with location, temperatures, rainfall, tree maturity and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn advantage of Xoai Tuong is that the fruit does not necessarily have to become completely soft and ripe before you can enjoy it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor crunchy eating, the fruit is harvested at the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eproper mature-green stage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a sweeter eating experience, allow the fruit to mature further.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Xoai Tuong 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 Xoai Tuong 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 each day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewell-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Mango trees do not perform well where their roots remain waterlogged for prolonged periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water young trees regularly while establishing their root systems. Once established, mango trees become relatively drought tolerant. Allow the soil to drain between watering.\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. Provide micronutrients as needed based on local soil conditions. Avoid excessive nitrogen on mature trees because it can encourage excessive vegetative growth instead of 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. Because Xoai Tuong is vigorous, beginning canopy management while the tree is young will make future size control much 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, particularly while young. In Central Florida, choose a warm, protected planting location and provide cold protection during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Growing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Young Xoai Tuong trees can be maintained temporarily in large containers. Because of the variety's vigorous growth, in-ground planting is preferable for long-term growth and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Why Grow a Xoai Tuong Mango Tree?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXoai Tuong is a great choice for growers looking for something different from the traditional sweet Florida dessert mango.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egiant fruit, Vietnamese heritage, crunchy mature-green flesh, and the ability to be enjoyed at different stages of maturity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes it a unique addition to a mango collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor anyone creating an international food forest, Xoai Tuong brings an authentic taste of Southeast Asian mango culture directly to the backyard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd when those giant mangoes start hanging from the tree, they are guaranteed to be a conversation starter!\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 Xoai Tuong Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mangifera indica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Xoai Tuong, Xoài Tượng, Tuong Mango, Elephant Mango\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Very large; fruit can approach approximately 2 lbs. or more under favorable conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Shape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large and elongated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Green when immature, becoming more yellow as it ripens depending on selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Fruit Flavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Refreshing and mildly tangy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Fruit Texture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Firm, crisp and crunchy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRipe Flavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sweeter and more aromatic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vigorous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintained Backyard Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 10–15 ft. with consistent pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruiting Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Florida summer mango season; exact timing varies\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\u003eBest For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Crunchy green eating, fresh eating, Asian fruit collections, food forests, larger backyards and mango collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":47977288827069,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":47977288859837,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":47977288892605,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":47977288925373,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/images_17.jpg?v=1788957513","url":"https:\/\/theislandgardeners.com\/products\/xoai-tuong-mango-tree","provider":"The Island Gardeners","version":"1.0","type":"link"}