
Mango 'Gold Nugget' (Mangifera indica)
Regular price $99.95Compact Tree, Golden Fruit, Exceptional Tropical Flavor
Mango 'Gold Nugget' is a compact and highly productive mango variety that delivers on both flavor and size—perfect for backyard growers and collectors alike. Bred in Florida, this semi-dwarf tree produces medium-sized golden-yellow fruit with fiberless, juicy flesh and a rich, sweet tropical flavor. The skin turns a glowing gold when ripe, living up to its name. 'Gold Nugget' is known for its reliable productivity, resistance to disease, and manageable growth habit—making it an ideal choice for small-space growers, container gardeners, and food forests in Zones 9–11.
Why Grow Mango 'Gold Nugget'?
- Compact, semi-dwarf tree great for small yards and containers
- Golden-yellow fruit with smooth, fiberless, sweet flesh
- Early to mid-season harvest; productive and consistent yields
- Ideal for fresh eating, smoothies, salsas, and drying
- Bred in Florida for disease resistance and subtropical performance
Growing Tips:
Plant in full sun with rich, well-drained soil and protect from frost during early growth. Mango 'Gold Nugget' thrives in Zones 9–11 and can be grown in containers in cooler climates. Water regularly during the first year, then moderately once established. Prune to shape and encourage airflow. Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Attribute | Details |
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Botanical Name | Mangifera indica ‘Gold Nugget’ |
Common Names | Gold Nugget Mango, Dwarf Gold Mango |
Family | Anacardiaceae |
Origin | Florida, USA (cultivar origin) |
Plant Type | Tropical fruit tree |
Life Cycle | Perennial |
Mature Size | 10–15 ft tall x 8–12 ft wide (semi-dwarf) |
Light | Full sun |
Water Needs | Moderate; low once established |
Soil | Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil |
Bloom Time | Late winter to early spring |
Flower Color | Pale yellow |
USDA Zones | 9b–11 |
Florida Native | No |
Propagation | Grafted |
Seasonal Traits | Evergreen |
Time to Harvest | 1-2 years (grafted); early to mid-season |


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