Mangifera indica 'Fairchild' (Fairchild Mango)

Mangifera indica (Mango) is a large evergreen tree native to South Asia and among the oldest cultivated fruit trees, grown in India for over 4,000 years. In tropical climates it can reach 60-80 feet with a broad crown of glossy leaves. Small yellowish flowers appear in spring, followed by fleshy drupes known worldwide as mangoes.

Fruit shape varies from oval to kidney-shaped, with skin that may remain green or ripen to yellow, orange, or red. The flesh is juicy and aromatic, sometimes fiberless and sweet, sometimes more resinous depending on type. Mangoes are eaten fresh, dried, blended, or cooked, making them one of the most versatile tropical fruits. Some people experience irritation on the lips from the peel, so fruits are usually eaten peeled.

The tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil in warm climates, hardy only to USDA Zones 9-11. With hundreds of named cultivars, Mangifera indica remains one of the world s most widely grown and culturally important fruit trees.

See Mango varieties.

Mangifera indica 'Fairchild' is a compact mango cultivar developed in Florida and valued for its manageable tree size and dependable performance in warm subtropical climates.

It is especially suited to small gardens and container growing where space is limited.

What makes Mangifera indica 'Fairchild' distinctive?

Mangifera indica 'Fairchild' forms a naturally small, slow-growing tree with a dense, tidy canopy that requires minimal pruning to maintain size. The fruit ripens in the mid-season and produces smooth, fiberless flesh with a mild, balanced sweetness and gentle aromatic character rather than intense richness. The cultivar performs best in full sun with well-drained soil and regular moisture during flowering and fruit development. In USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 9-11, it grows reliably outdoors and is often chosen for home gardens where ease of care and compact habit are priorities.