Introducing the Black Sapote, often referred to as the “Chocolate Pudding Fruit.” This delightful tropical tree is perfect for any garden enthusiast and arrives as a healthy live plant, 2 to 3 feet tall, shipped in a 3-gallon pot. Enjoy the unique experience of growing your own fruit that tastes like chocolate pudding!
Height: 2 to 3 feet tall
Shipped in a 3-gallon pot for healthy root development
Produces large, delicious fruit with a custardy texture
Easy to grow in a container or garden
Thrives in full sun and requires monthly fertilization
Long fruiting season from July through December
Grafted plant for earlier blooming and fruiting
Common Name: Black Sapote Scientific Name: Diospyros nigra Sunlight: Full Sun Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings Soil: Well-draining potting mix Hardiness Zones: 10-11 Growth Habit: Compact tree, suitable for container growing Format: Live plant in a 3-gallon pot