White Sapote Tree

White Sapote Tree

Product description

Grow a fruit with sweet, custard-like flesh that people compare to peach, banana, and vanilla pudding, which is why it’s often called the “ice cream fruit.” The White Sapote is a large, shade-casting evergreen that does well in the same mild areas where citrus grows.

Fruit ripens in late fall through winter, when most backyard fruit is finished. It’s a rewarding choice for coastal and inland Southern California gardeners who want something different from the usual citrus and stone fruit. Pick it when it’s just soft and eat it fresh, since overripe fruit loses its flavor.

Why You’ll Love It

• Sweet, custard-like flesh with notes of peach and banana
• Ripens in late fall through winter, when little else is ready
• Grows well wherever citrus does, including coastal and inland Southern California
• A rare backyard fruit with a loyal following

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