Sapodilla - Krausey Grafted

The sapodilla tree is a tropical fruit tree known for producing deliciously sweet, brown-skinned fruits with a grainy, pear-like texture. Sapodilla fruits have a rich caramel or brown sugar-like flavour, making them highly sought after for fresh eating or use in smoothies, desserts, and jams.
 

Krausey sapodilla is  probably the no. 1 global standout variety. Developed in Queensland, known for its large, sweet fruit with rich caramel flavour and smooth texture. The fruit has fewer seeds than many other types and ripens to a soft, grainy consistency. The tree itself is more compact than other sapodillas and has a tidy growth habit that responds well to pruning. It tolerates dry conditions once established and is one of the best-tasting varieties for backyard growers.

Features:

Ideal prune height: 2–4 m

pH range: 6.0–7.5

Sun preference: Full sun

Minimum pot size by year 5: 50 L

Time to fruit: 3–5 years from graft, 6–8 years from seed

Harvest period: Late summer to early autumn

Notable traits: Compact habit, high flavour rating, drought tolerant once established

Krausey performs best in a warm, sunny spot with good drainage. Mulch well, avoid cold winds, and feed lightly throughout the growing season. Water deeply in hot periods, especially during flowering and fruit set.

This is one of the most rewarding sapodillas to grow in WA if you're after flavour, ease of care, and fruit you'll want to eat fresh off the tree.

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