Mango Database: Glenn

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Origin:
Florida
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Aroma:
It emits a pleasant, classic tropical fragrance
Flesh / Flavor:
Rich, sweet taste with a mild peachy flavor
Skin / Color:
Bright yellow, often developing an orange to red blush on the sun-exposed side
Shape:
Oval to oblong, with a rounded base and a pointed apex lacking a beak
Peak Availability (Season):
June - July
Seedling Of:
Haden
Fruit Size:
Medium
Tree Size:
Medium
Disease Resistance (Anthracnose & Bacterial Black Spot):
Very Good
Productivity:
Very Good
Seed Type:
Mono-Embryonic (single embryo)
External Links:
https://mango.ifas.ufl.edu/research/phenology/glenn/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glenn_(mango)
https://www.epicgardening.com/glenn-mango-tree/
https://greg.app/glenn-mango-tree-overview/

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Glenn

The Glenn mango is a cherished cultivar that originated in South Florida, known for its exceptional flavor and manageable growth, making it a favorite among both commercial growers and home gardeners.

The Glenn mango tree is relatively small, forming a compact, rounded canopy. It can reach up to 30 feet in height but is often maintained at 10-15 feet through regular pruning, making it suitable for backyard cultivation. The tree is known for consistent and abundant fruit production, with the season typically spanning from June to July in Florida. This variety is favored for its disease resistance and ease of growth. It thrives in tropical and subtropical climates and can tolerate brief temperature drops down to 30 degrees Fahrenheit once established. In colder regions, the Glenn mango can be grown in containers and moved indoors during winter months. Mango enthusiasts and collectors value the Glenn mango for its delightful flavor, manageable tree size, and reliable fruiting patterns. Its historical significance and connection to Florida's mango cultivation history further enhance its appeal among aficionados.

In 1940, a seedling from a Saigon mango was planted in Miami, Florida. By 1943, this tree was relocated to the property of Roscoe E. Glenn, where it first bore fruit in 1945. The fruit's superior quality led to its propagation, and it was subsequently named after Mr. Glenn. While initially believed to be a seedling of the Haden mango, Roscoe Glenn later clarified its Saigon lineage. Despite this, some analyses suggest Haden as a possible parent due to similarities in characteristics.

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