Also called Chico, Sapodilla are very slow growing trees and a real collectors find in Aotearoa. 
 
We suggest growing in pots for a few years, and then planting inside a tunnel house to protect from wind and frost. Strongly suggest not planting outside unless you are in the far north.
 
Self fertile
 
Grows slowly to 2-5m in ideal conditions, Prefers well drained soil. 
 
Fruit
Ripe fruit has a slightly gritty texture, like a pear, and a delicious sweet flavour like brown sugar and cinnamon.
 
Position 
Really needs to be inside, or in a sunny and warm location that is sheltered from the wind and frost.
 
Care 
Protect from frost. 
 
All plants are in a 3.5l recycleable plastic pot, unless shown otherwise.