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Mango Tree Fruit Not Ripening: Drought Stress in Florida

Purple Fruit = Water Deficit

15–20 year mango in FL suburb, fruit stays purple = drought. Mangos are tropical—need consistent water. Water table dropped in multi-year drought.

Hope

Recent rains may restart ripening. Mango lifespan not an issue.

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