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A Mango-ment of Gratitude
Fresh fruit doesn’t have to be something we just buy – we can also grow it and share with neighbors!
Cultural Festival to take part in our next fruit tree giveaway! Fruit trees will be available for pickup in person by City of Sunrise residents only (photo ID required; one tree per household) while supplies last. Saturday, November 8 Beginning at 5:00 pm City Park, 6600 Sunset Strip
One of the many joys of living in Sunrise is that our warm, subtropical climate allows us to grow fresh fruit almost year- round. From avocados to bananas, our backyards can be bountiful no matter the season. But one fruit tends to take center stage: the mango . The mango tree ( Mangifera indica ) isn’t just a source of delicious, juicy fruit—it’s a piece of living history. Originally from India and Southeast Asia, mangoes have thrived in South Florida for more than a century, becoming a staple in our landscapes and our kitchens. Mango trees also provide more than fruit—they offer cooling shade, attract pollinators, and can create a beautiful focal point in any yard. They’re relatively low-maintenance once established, and in our climate, they can produce abundant harvests for decades. This season, take a moment to thank your mango tree…and maybe plant another for the years to come.
FLORIDA is home to more than 400 varieties of mangoes, each with its own flavor profile. Have you discovered your favorite variety yet?
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Learn More at Our Workshop!
MANGO TREE CARE TIPS
The City of Sunrise Utilities Department is hosting a FREE Good and Green workshop where you can learn the basics and improve your confidence in planting and nurturing fruit trees – including a demonstration on mango grafting. Wednesday, November 19 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm JOIN US! Sunrise Senior Center – Multipurpose Room 10650 W. Oakland Park Boulevard To register for the workshop, email sustainability@sunrisefl.gov or call (954) 888-6043.
Plant your mango tree
Prune only after harvest to shape the tree and remove dead or crossing branches.
Water 2 – 3 times per week during the first year after planting. Then, once established, water only during extended dry periods.
Mangoes don’t like “wet feet”, so well-draining sandy or loamy soil is ideal. Avoid low areas where water pools.
Mango flowers attract bees, so a pollinator- friendly yard can boost your harvest!
in full sun – it will need 6 – 8 hours of direct light daily.
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