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Mango plant growing in a garden

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Growing Mango

Mangoes are tropical trees that thrive only in frost-free subtropical and tropical climates.

Quick Answer: Mango grows in Zones 10a–11b. It's a challenging crop best suited to experienced growers.
🌡️ Zones 10a–11b ☀️ Full Sun 💧 Moderate Water ⚡ Advanced 🪴 Container OK (20+ gal) 🏠 Indoor Viable 🏜️ Drought Tolerant ♾️ Perennial ⚠️ Toxic to Pets

Can You Grow Mango in Your Area?

Growing Tips

Outdoors only in Zone 10a-11. In all other zones grow a dwarf variety in a large container indoors with a south-facing window or grow light. They rarely fruit indoors but grow as striking houseplants.

Where Does Mango Grow?

Mango is suited to Zones 10a–11b. Here are some areas where it thrives:

✅ Zone 10a ✅ Zone 10b ✅ Zone 11a ✅ Zone 11b
Won't grow outdoors in:
❌ Zone 1a ❌ Zone 1b ❌ Zone 2a ❌ Zone 2b ❌ Zone 3a ❌ Zone 3b ❌ Zone 4a ❌ Zone 4b ❌ Zone 5a ❌ Zone 5b ❌ Zone 6a ❌ Zone 6b ❌ Zone 7a ❌ Zone 7b ❌ Zone 8a ❌ Zone 8b ❌ Zone 13a ❌ Zone 13b ❌ Canadian Zone 0 ❌ Canadian Zone 1 ❌ Canadian Zone 2 ❌ Canadian Zone 3 ❌ Canadian Zone 4 ❌ Canadian Zone 5 ❌ Canadian Zone 6 ❌ Canadian Zone 7 ❌ Canadian Zone 8

Frequently Asked Questions

Mango grows in USDA Zones 10a–11b.
Mango is a challenging crop.
Yes — use a 20+ gallon pot.
Mango is TOXIC for dogs and TOXIC for cats.