Larger fruit size: Yields fruit up to double the weight of parent varieties for greater harvests
Candy-like citrus sweetness with subacid balance: Offers a unique flavor profile loved by mango enthusiasts
Upright, dense canopy: Maximizes fruit exposure and space efficiency in gardens
Cold hardy to 32°F: Thrives in regions with colder climates
Drought resistant: Requires minimal watering, ideal for low-maintenance gardening
Summarized by Shop
Mid-Late Season / Citrus Flavor / Origin: Florida ‘Lemon Zest’ came as a result of the Zill breeding program, where Mr. Zill planted seeds of the ‘Lemon Meringue’ mango in hopes of improving certain qualities of the fruit. Lemon Zest achieved this, mainly through its much larger fruit size, which can often be double the weight of its par