Southern Blush facts for kids

The Southern Blush' mango is a special kind of mango that first grew in south Florida. It's known for its great taste, pretty color, and how well it resists diseases. People enjoy growing it in their yards, and it's also grown on some farms.

How the 'Southern Blush' Mango Started

The 'Southern Blush' mango began as a small plant. It grew from a seed under an Eldon mango tree. This happened at the home of a person named Laurence Zill. He was the person who first developed this mango.

The mango got its name for two reasons. First, it was the mango planted furthest south on Mr. Zill's land. Second, its skin turns a bright red color when it gets lots of sunshine. This red color looks like a "blush."

This type of mango has become popular. People grow it in their gardens, and some farms in Florida grow it too. It is liked because it tastes good, looks colorful, and can fight off plant diseases.

You can find a 'Southern Blush' mango tree at the Miami-Dade Fruit and Spice Park. This park is located in Homestead, Florida.

What Does 'Southern Blush' Mango Look Like?

The fruit of the 'Southern Blush' mango is shaped like an oval. Each mango usually weighs a little more than one pound when it is ready to pick.

The skin of the mango is yellow. It also has a pretty red blush, especially where the sun hits it. Inside, the fruit has yellow flesh. It tastes sweet and has very little stringy fiber.

The seed inside is called a monoembryonic seed. This means it usually grows only one plant from each seed.

These mangoes usually get ripe in Florida during June and July. The trees are known for producing many fruits. They are also good at resisting diseases, which helps them stay healthy. The trees themselves grow at a medium speed.