Kesar Mango Grafted Plant — Mangifera indica ‘Kesar’ | Queen of Mangoes | Saffron Mango

Kesar Mango (Mangifera indica ‘Kesar’), the Queen of Mangoes, is Gujarat’s most prized mango variety — celebrated for its distinctive saffron-orange flesh, rich aroma, and balanced sweet-tangy flavour. A GI-tagged variety from Junagadh, Kesar is one of India’s most exported mangoes and a premium addition to any home orchard.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Mangifera indica ‘Kesar’
• Common Names: Kesar Mango, Saffron Mango, Queen of Mangoes
• Family: Anacardiaceae
• Plant Type: Grafted tropical fruit tree
• Height at Maturity: 6–12 metres (manageable with pruning)
• Fruiting Season: May–July
• Fruit: Medium-sized, oval, saffron-orange flesh, rich aroma, balanced sweet-tangy flavour
• Grafted: Yes — fruits within 2–3 years

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun — minimum 8 hours daily
• Watering: Moderate; reduce watering during flowering season
• Soil: Deep, well-draining loamy soil; tolerates laterite
• Fertilizer: NPK 10:26:26 before flowering; organic compost post-harvest
• Container Suitability: Large containers (24–30 inch) for dwarf management
• Spacing: 8–10 metres apart for ground planting

Care Guide

• Avoid waterlogging — ensure excellent drainage
• Withhold water 2–3 months before expected flowering to induce flowering
• Prune after harvest to maintain shape and encourage next season’s growth
• Adapts well to Kerala’s tropical climate

Customer FAQs

Q: What makes Kesar Mango special?
A: Kesar is a GI-tagged variety from Junagadh, Gujarat, prized for its distinctive saffron-coloured flesh, rich aroma, and balanced sweet-tangy flavour — making it one of India’s most premium and exported mango varieties.

Q: How soon will it fruit?
A: Grafted plants typically fruit within 2–3 years under good growing conditions.

Q: Can it grow in Kerala?
A: Yes — Kesar adapts well to Kerala’s tropical climate with proper care and drainage.

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Shipping: ₹80/kg within Kerala. Outside Kerala: no refund/replacement for transit damage. Continuous opening video required for Kerala claims.

Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size and growth stage is expected and not a defect.