Haden Mango

Haden is a mango variety from Coconut Grove, Florida, introduced in the early 20th century. It became one of the most widely planted mangos in the world and the parent of many later varieties. Its fruit is large, 10–15 cm long, with apricot-yellow skin and a bright red blush, and the tree is self-fruitful.

Why a Haden mango?

• Large fruit, 10–15 cm long.
• Eye-catching colour: apricot-yellow with a red blush.
• Self-fruitful – no second tree needed.
• A classic variety and parent of many Florida mangos.

Where to plant it

Large, sunny home gardens. Vigorous varieties need 7–9 m of clearance from buildings and wires, though yearly pruning keeps them smaller. Choose a well-drained spot where water doesn't pool.

Care in the Saudi climate

• Light: full, direct sun.
• Water: every other day for the first week after planting, then once or twice a week. For the first 3 years don't let it go dry, especially in summer. Overwatering a mature tree lowers fruit quality.
• Soil: adapts to sandy and limestone soils, but dislikes poor drainage. In alkaline soil, spray zinc and manganese yearly and add chelated iron.
• Cold: young trees can be killed at -1 to -1.5 °C – cover them on frosty Riyadh nights.
• Pruning: after harvest, remove a few upper branches each year to keep the tree a manageable size.

Sizes

• 70–80 cm: Young sapling. Plant it and let it grow in place.