Green Sapote

The Green Sapote (Pouteria viridis) is a tropical fruit tree, closely related to the mamey sapote, known for its smooth, sweet fruit with a flavour that combines pumpkin, pear, and apricot. Native to Central America, this slow-growing evergreen tree produces medium to large, green-skinned fruit with creamy orange to reddish flesh. The fruit is delicious when eaten fresh or can be used in smoothies, desserts, or jams.

Thriving in warm, humid climates, even temperate climates the Green Sapote prefers well-drained, fertile soil and does well in partial shade for the first few years. Regular watering, especially during the growing and fruiting seasons, will ensure a healthy tree and a productive harvest. While it can grow up to 12 metres in height, the Green Sapote can be pruned to maintain a more manageable size, making it suitable for various garden spaces.

This low-maintenance tree is an excellent addition to any garden, rewarding the patient grower with a unique and flavourful harvest. Also know to do well in cooler climates.

Key features of the Green Sapote include:

- Fruit: Medium to large, green-skinned with creamy orange or reddish flesh

- Soil : Well-drained, fertile soil

- Sunlight: Partial shade

- Watering needs: Regular, especially during the fruiting season

- Growth habit: Slow-growing, can reach up to 12 m, easy to prune to 2-4m

- Climate suitability: Tropical to subtropical regions

- Uses: Fresh eating, smoothies, desserts, jams

Introduce the exotic and delicious Green Sapote to your garden. Order your plant today and enjoy the unique flavour and beauty of this Central American treasure.

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