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When evaluating which mango varieties to grow, some people prioritize the fruit’s flavor, while others focus on the tree’s growth pattern.
If texture is a crucial factor for you, then look no further than the Buttercream Mango. This mango stands out as the smoothest and creamiest fruit I’ve ever tried, with a consistency akin to… you guessed it, buttercream!
With that being said, this grow guide will cover everything that you need to know about Buttercream Mango:
Table of Contents
- Buttercream Mango Tree Growth Habit & Fruit Production
- Buttercream Mango Flavor Profile
- Buttercream Mango Season (And When To Pick)
- Buttercream Mango Disease Resistance
- Buttercream Mango History
- Buttercream Mango Tree For Sale (Where To Find)
- Conclusion
Buttercream Mango Tree Growth Habit & Fruit Production
The Buttercream Mango is considered a small to medium-sized mango tree.
Buttercream Mango Trees have a low vigor & spreading growth habit that produces an open canopy. As a result, Buttercream can realistically be kept between 8 – 15 feet tall with annual pruning. With that being said, Buttercream would not do well long-term in containers and would not be considered a “condo” mango.
An interesting component of Buttercream’s growth habit are its long and lanky branches along it’s with long internodes (spaces between buds) that is similar to that of Lancetilla. If you live in an area with a lot of wind, this can potentially push and pull the tree resulting in a “crooked” look.
As a result, if aesthetically you want a mango with a bushy/dense canopy, I would recommend taking a look at other varieties including: Carrie, Pickering or Rosigold.
Despite its longer internodes, Buttercream’s fruit production consistently ranges from average to good. This is excellent given the fact that the tree’s first bloom usually will consist of a lot more male flowers. The mangos themselves are medium-sized fruits that typically weigh between 1.5 – 2 lbs.
Buttercream Mango Flavor Profile
Buttercream Mangos are considered an Indochinese Flavored Mango.
Buttercream is not the most beautiful mango in the world due to its greenish-yellow, bumpy, and uneven skin. However, let’s not judge a book by its cover and instead judge it by how it tastes 😉
The Buttercream Mango features a relatively large seed, resulting in a slightly smaller fruit-to-seed ratio. Nevertheless, the fruit’s yellowish-orange flesh is completely fiberless and practically melts in your mouth. True to its ‘buttercream’ name, this mango boasts a smooth and buttery texture. Moreover, the fruit’s aroma exudes a classic mango vibe.
When it comes to flavor, Buttercream holds its own in the company of other Indochinese mango varieties like Venus, Okrung, and Zinc. It offers a refreshingly sweet and rich mango taste, with subtle hints of tartness and citrus that add a touch of complexity. Compared to mangos with more intense flavor profiles, such as Sweet Tart or Sugarloaf, the Buttercream Mango offers a mellow and well-balanced flavor.
Finally, it’s worth noting that Buttercream Mangos produce monoembryonic seeds, which means that planting a seed from a Buttercream Mango won’t yield another Buttercream Mango Tree.
Buttercream Mango Season (And When To Pick)
Buttercream Mangos are considered a mid-season mango (June – July).
That being said, the best time to pick Buttercream Mangos are when they are mature and beginning to ripen on the tree. From a color perspective, this is when the fruit is beginning to show signs of yellow color break. Buttercream is perfectly ripe when the majority of the fruit transitions to a golden yellow color.
There’s no harm in allowing Buttercream to ripen on the tree. The only aspect to take into account is that they may begin to emit an aroma that appeals not only to you but also to other furry creatures 🙂
Other then color, here are some additional tips to knowing when a Buttercream Mango is ready to pick:
- Is the fruit beginning to soften?
- Does it have a little give when you press on the fruit?
- How does the stem look?
- Is it drying up near where it connects to the fruit?
- Are there beads of sap present on the fruit?
- Is the fruit’s skin beginning to stretch?
- Is an aroma developing?
Finally, similar to Okrung, another key ripening characteristic to watch for is the appearance of a peach-like crease or seam running down the fruit’s side.
Buttercream Mango Disease Resistance
Buttercream Mango is known to display good disease resistance to Bacterial Black and Anthracnose.
Buttercream Mango History
Buttercream Mango, first propagated in Boynton Beach, Florida by Gary Zill, was originally released for sale in 2017.
Chris at Truly Tropical recently conducted an interview with Walter Zill, Gary’s brother, discussing the history behind Buttercream.
Buttercream Mango Tree For Sale (Where To Find)
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Conclusion
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