Mangos

The mango is indigenous to the Indian Subcontinent. Cultivated in many tropical regions and distributed widely in the world, mango is one of the most extensively used fruits for food, juice, flavor, fragrance and color.

Most mangos sold in the United States are produced by other nations (primarily Latin America) requiring adherence to strict regimes to prevent introduction of pests such as fruit flies. While several quarantine treatments are available, hot water treatment (immersing the fruit in hot water) is by far the most popular in Latin America. However, members of the mango industry have expressed concern that hot water treatment is one reason that mango quality at the consumer level is often substandard. Pernas Groves mangos are grown locally in the United States with loving care from our family. Each box order is hand picked and packed. We ensure every piece of fruit is of the highest quality, and surpasses all standards. You will not buy a better mango.

We're pleased to introduce our 2010 mango selections
(in alphabetical order)

All boxes contain 10-12 lbs of fruit.

We're pleased to introduce our 2010 mango selections

	Fairchild - Originating from Panama it is a small yellow fruit with superb flavor. Weight 8-12 ounces. The Fairchild mango is a favorite of the famous botanical explorer David Fairchild. Season: June to July. Order
	Florigon - A seedling of Saigon planted on the property of Mr. John C. Kaiser in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in 1932. This heirloom cultivar produces excellent quality fruit. The fruit is a canary yellow when ripe and weights between 8 -16 ounces with a small seed and a juicy, sweet melting yellow flesh. Florigons are considered to be one of the best tasting mangos and is one of our best sellers. Season: June to July. Order
	Gold Nugget - A seedling of the famous Edwards mango. This excellent quality fruit has a rich golden color when ripe and weighs between 8 -16 ounces. This superior mango cultivar contains very little fiber and has a rich aromatic taste. Season: July to August Order
	Haden - is a seedling of a Mulgoba planted in 1902 by Capt. John J. Haden in Coconut Grove, Florida. One of the premier mango cultivars it was once the premier commercial variety due to its color and flavor. The fruit has a bright yellow color with a crimson blush when ripe and weights between 16- 28 oz. The juicy firm flesh has a decadent tropical flavor with a rich tropical aroma. Season: June to July. Order
	Keitt - Another offspring of a Mulgoba Mango planted in 1939 on the property of Mrs. J. N. Keitt, Homestead, Florida. The Keitt is a exceptionally large mango averaging 2 lbs. The fruit is ready to eat when soft to the touch although remaining green. The flesh is fine textured with no fiber and of extraordinary flavor. One of the best mangos for dehydrating and for eating green. Season: July - September Order
	Kent - A seedling of Brooks planted in 1932 at the property of Mr. Leith D. Kent of Coconut Grove, Florida. The fat oval fruit averages around 24 ounces. The fruit is ready to eat when soft to the touch although remaining green. The firm orange/yellow flesh is sweet and juicy with a thin pit and a decadent tropical aroma. While being a great desert mango is also excellent for drying. Season: July to August. Order
	Mallika - is a hybrid of Dasheri and Neelum (Indian cultivars). The bright yellow fruits are a flat oblong shape and weigh from 10 to 18 oz. The flesh has a pumpkin orange hue and is sweet, with rich spicy flavor. An excellent dessert mango and is also great for drying. Order
	Nam Doc Mai - Doc Mai' from Thailand, is considered one of the best dessert mangos. The long slender fruits weight from 12 to 16 oz. The fruits when ripe vary from green to a light yellow. The fiber less fruit is sweet and succulent with a creamy and delicate consistency. Season: June to July Order
	Tommy Atkins - A seedling of Haden planted in the 1920's in Broward County, Florida. Tommy Atkins is considered the king of mangos. The fruits are green to purplish red and turn a bright yellowish/orange when ripe. Tommy Atkin mangos average weight is approximately 16-22 ounces. The orange flesh is fine-textured sweet and juicy and the flavor is truly tropical. Season: June to August. Order
	Valencia Pride - A seedling of the famous Haden mango planted at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Zapiain, Miami, Florida. The large long slender fruits are yellow with a reddish blush when ripe. Fruits are large and average between 20-30oz . The firm flesh is tangerine yellow, smooth, sweet and succulent. A south Florida favorite! Season: July to August. Order
	Van Dyke - seedling of unknown parentage originating from the residence of Mrs. Madelin Van Dyke, Miami, Florida. The small oblong fruit averages around 12 oz and are yellowish with a crimson blush. The flesh is of outstanding quality with a juicy orange-yellow flesh. The flavor is sweet, rich and spicy. Excellent fresh or in Salads. Season: Late June to July Order

The following cultivars are also available in limited quantities, please email for availability: Choc Anon, Fascell, Glenn, Lancetilla, Palmer, Pernas and Springfels.