Sapodilla Trees

Sapodilla (Chico Sapote)
Manilkara zapota
Sapodilla is a fruit native to Mexico and Central America. Fruits are sweet with a flavor resembling pear and brown sugar. The tree is very slow growing making it a great choice for planting in containers. Sapodilla trees are wind and salt tolerant and do best in a a hot, sunny location. Cool winter temperatures limit fruit production which can take 5 + years. Sapodillas can bear twice a year and will tolerate winter temperatures of 26-28F. Moving the trees in a greenhouse in winter would be ideal for frost protection and consistent fruit production.
Sapodilla Details | |
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Type | Tropical Fruit |
Evergreen/Deciduous | Evergreen |
Tree Size/Habit | Upright canopy to 30-50 feet, smaller in CA |
Fruit Shape/Size | Round to egg-shape 2 to 4 inches in diameter |
Fruit Flavor | Sweet with pear and brown sugar flavor |
Skin Color When Ripe | Brown |
Fruit Use | Fresh eating |
Fruit Season | Summer |
Light Needs | Full Sun |
Water Needs | Regular Water |
USDA Zone | 9b |