Hi everyone,
I know there's a lot of debate on what Mango is the best from Zill's collection. I am trying to find out which variety is most productive, attractive, and generally tasty for a front yard in an HOA (they won't be annoying about it, but I just don't want a lanky grower like Keitt). We have lots of squirrels in the yard that came after every single one of my Wax Jambus, and I would prefer a mango that they didn't come after. I'm currently deciding between Fruit Punch, Carrie, and Coconut Cream. I would prefer it be a vigorous fast grower because I want it to fill in the space rather quickly. I have not been able to taste them, and the only nursery that carries these varieties is an hour and a half away so I am not able to visit often, which is why I sort of have to go in blind with this. I feel that though Carrie is a strong choice for a standard yummy mango flavor, I am leaning toward Fruit Punch because everyone RAVES about it and I would rather have a more "unique" variety growing. Also heard many people say CC takes several years to fruit well, and that it sometimes is a hit or miss in certain areas with production and flavor. I definitely prefer the delicious oddities of the fruit world!