I don't think I can be helpful as I have only been growing one for 3 years and in the ground. These are large trees. I can't imagine how you could grow one in a container.

I'm in Sarasota and they grow all around here. Are you sure you can't grow yours in the ground?

I planted mine about 3 yrs ago and it is about 15 ft already. Must be 10 ft wide. I plan to prune it in the Spring because its gotten too big.

Hopefully, someone will post and be more helpful.

Jane

Thanks for responding Jane. Unfortunately it doesn't look like I can grow one here in the ground. Here is what U of FL says about climate:

"Mango trees are adapted to tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate areas that typically do not experience freezing temperatures. Mango trees do not appear to acclimate to cold temperatures and no significant difference in cold resistance among mango varieties or types has been observed in Florida. In general, mangos in Florida should be planted in the warmest areas of the state, i.e., along the southeast and southwest coasts. However, mango trees are grown in protected locations as far north as Merritt Island and along the southeast and southwest shoreline of Lake Okeechobee. Well adapted to the lowlands of the tropics and subtropics, mature trees can withstand air temperatures as low as 25°F (-3.9°C) for a few hours with injury to leaves and small branches. However, young trees may be killed at 29° to 30°F (-1.7 to -1.1°C). Flowers and small fruits may be damaged or killed if the temperature falls below 40°F (4.4°C) for a few hours".

We often get down to 26-27 degrees for a few nights each year.

Maybe there is a dwarf variety? If not now, I bet someone is working on it. This way you could at least, cover it if the night gets too cold.

I still haven't had one Mango from my tree. I'm so hoping this Spring. I love Mangos too, but so far its taken a while to get one. Keeping fingers crossed!

Jane

In S FL mangos do very well in containers, but I wonder if they wouldn't be more susceptible to the cold up your way. I'd talk to your local extension agent or to the folks in Gainesville about good varieties for your area, bea.

What you need is a "condo" mango. You would definitely need to protect it from freezing or prolonged cold. You can investigate the different types of mangos at www.tropicalfruitnursery.com (Pine Island Nursery). I had a few but the smallest, most compact one I had was "Fairchild". Pine Island is very helpful and will help you pick the best mango for a container and tell you how to care for it. :}