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Sugar Apple (Sweetsop / Custard Apple) Annona squamosa Edible Fruit Tree Seeds

Sugar Apple (Sweetsop / Custard Apple) Annona squamosa Edible Fruit Tree Seeds

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The Sugar Apple Tree (Annona squamosa), also called Sweetsop or Custard Apple, is a small tropical fruit tree cherished for its fragrant, sweet, and creamy fruits. The fruit’s segmented green rind encases soft, custard-like flesh with a distinctive, dessert-quality taste that’s both exotic and refreshing.

These non-GMO sugar apple seeds produce compact, fast-growing trees ideal for warm climates or container growing in greenhouses. Loved for both their ornamental beauty and delicious fruit, Sugar Apples bring a taste of the tropics to your home garden.

Specification Details
Scientific Name Annona squamosa
Common Names Sugar Apple, Sweetsop, Custard Apple
Plant Type Tropical Deciduous Tree
Fruit Color Green rind, creamy white interior
Season Warm-season fruiting
USDA Hardiness Zones 9–11
Growth Habit Small, spreading tree
Mature Height 10–20 ft
Sunlight Full sun
Soil Type Well-drained, sandy loam; pH 6.0–7.5
Water Needs Moderate; prefers consistent moisture during fruiting
Heirloom Yes
GMO Status Non-GMO
Organic Option Available (check variant)
Bloom Time Late spring to early summer
Harvest Time Late summer to fall
Pollination Hand-pollination improves fruit set; insect-assisted in warm regions

Planting Guide

  • Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.
  • Sowing Depth: ½ inch deep in moist, well-drained soil.
  • Germination Time: 3–6 weeks at 75–90°F.
  • Light Requirements: Full sun for best growth and fruiting.
  • Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy during growth period.
  • Spacing: 10–15 feet apart outdoors or one tree per large container.
  • Maintenance: Prune lightly to shape and promote airflow; protect from frost.

Growing Tips

  • Ideal for tropical and subtropical gardens, patios, or greenhouses.
  • Requires warm temperatures and protection from frost.
  • Fertile, well-drained soil enhances fruit sweetness.
  • Pollination improves yield—hand-pollinate flowers for best results.
  • Fruits are ready to harvest when rind softens slightly and segments begin to separate.
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