Kensington Pride Grafted 45 L Pot
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Kensington Pride Mango (Mangifera indica ‘Kensington Pride’)
Common Name
Kensington Pride, KP Mango, Bowen Mango
Botanical Name
Mangifera indica ‘Kensington Pride’
Description
Kensington Pride is one of Australia’s most popular mango varieties, loved for its sweet, rich flavour, smooth flesh and excellent eating quality. This evergreen tropical fruit tree produces attractive glossy foliage and fragrant flowers, followed by large golden fruit with a delicious aromatic taste. Kensington Pride is well suited to Perth’s warm climate and is a favourite for home orchards, edible gardens and backyard planting. With the right care, it can produce generous crops of high-quality fruit for many years.
Features
● One of the most popular mango varieties in Australia.
● Produces large, sweet, aromatic golden fruit.
● Excellent fresh eating quality.
● Evergreen tree with attractive glossy foliage.
● Fragrant flowers in spring.
● Suitable for home gardens and backyard orchards.
● Long-lived and productive.
● Well suited to Perth’s warm climate.
● Ideal for fresh eating, smoothies, desserts, chutneys and preserves.
● A great feature tree for edible landscapes.
Height & Width
● Height: 6–10 metres
● Width: 4–8 metres
● Can be maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning.
Best Growing Conditions in Perth
Kensington Pride grows best in Perth’s warm, frost-free or lightly frosted areas.
● Position: Full sun.
● Climate: Thrives in warm, sheltered areas of Perth and coastal Western Australia.
● Soil: Well-drained sandy, loamy or sandy-clay soil enriched with organic matter.
● Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral.
● Protect young trees from strong winds and frost.
Watering
● Water regularly during the first two years after planting.
● Keep soil evenly moist while the tree is establishing.
● Once established, water deeply during dry periods and fruit development.
● Avoid waterlogging, as mango trees dislike wet feet.
● Mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilising
● Feed in early spring and again after fruiting with a quality fruit tree fertiliser.
● Apply compost or well-rotted manure annually to improve soil health.
● Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leafy growth at the expense of fruiting.
Pruning
● Prune after harvest to maintain shape and size.
● Remove dead, damaged or crossing branches.
● Light pruning improves airflow and sunlight penetration.
● Regular pruning helps keep the tree manageable in home gardens.
Fruiting Season in Perth
● Flowers usually appear in late winter to spring.
● Fruit generally ripens from late summer to early autumn in Perth.
● Grafted trees usually begin fruiting within 2–4 years, while seed-grown trees take longer.
Pollination
● Kensington Pride is generally self-pollinating.
● Fruit set may improve with good insect activity and warm flowering conditions.
Landscaping Uses
● Feature tree.
● Edible garden.
● Backyard orchard.
● Tropical garden.
● Shade tree for larger gardens.
● Wildlife-friendly garden.
Why Grow Kensington Pride?
● Delicious, sweet and aromatic fruit.
● One of the best-known mango varieties in Australia.
● Evergreen foliage provides year-round appeal.
● Well suited to Perth’s warm climate.
● Productive and rewarding fruit tree.
● Great for fresh eating and home preserves.
● Attractive tree for edible landscapes.
Care Tips for Perth
● Plant in a warm, sunny, sheltered position.
● Protect young trees from frost and strong winds.
● Mulch well to conserve moisture.
● Water deeply during hot weather and fruit development.
● Avoid overwatering and poor drainage.
● Netting may help protect fruit from birds and pests.
Harvesting
Harvest mangoes when they begin to colour up and soften slightly, or when the fruit gives off a sweet aroma. Kensington Pride mangoes are best picked carefully and allowed to ripen fully off the tree for the best flavour.
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