The Chandigarh Mango Tree State TreeIn Chandigarh the mango tree is more than just a source of fruit it is a central part of the citys green identity
Appearance Large evergreen trees with a dense spreading canopy that provides deep shade essential for North Indian summers
Heritage Trees The city is home to several Heritage mango trees some over 150200 years old notably in Sector 19 and near the Chandigarh Golf Club
The Purv Marg Grove A famous 4km stretch from Tribune Chowk to Transport Chowk is lined with approximately 9000 mango trees mostly Dasheri and Chausa creating a lush green tunnel
Desi Varieties While markets sell grafted varieties many older trees in the city are Desi seedgrown producing smaller juicy mangoes often used for local pickles or choopne wala sucking mangoes