Canistel Tree 1-2 ft Tropical Fruit Plant | Sweet Custard Fruit | Pouteria campechiana | Easy Care for USDA Zones 10-11

Grow your own Canistel Tree! 1-2 ft live tropical starter plant, offering sweet, unique fruit. Easy to care for, perfect for tropical climates or containers.

• 🌳 Tropical Beauty: Slow-growing, evergreen tree with a unique reproductive strategy; perfect for tropical gardens and landscapes.
• 🍑 Sweet, Unique Fruit: Produces sweet, golden-yellow fruit known for its custard-like texture and tropical flavor.
• ☀️ Full Sun & Well-Draining Soil: Thrives in sunny locations with slightly acidic soil; ideal for USDA Zones 10-11.
• 🌱 Easy Care: Requires minimal maintenance; regular watering, balanced fertilizer every 3-4 months, and occasional pruning for optimal growth.
• 💧 Drought-Tolerant Once Established: Needs deep watering during the first year; mature trees tolerate dry spells well.
• 🌿 Versatile Planting: Can be grown in containers for colder climates, easily moved indoors during winter months.
• 🧑🌾 Low Maintenance: Pest-resistant and easy to prune during dormant season to maintain shape and health.
• 🍴 Delicious Culinary Uses: Enjoy the fruit fresh or in smoothies, desserts, and more—perfect for tropical culinary creations!

Common Name: Canistel
Scientific Name: Pouteria campechiana
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: Deep watering once or twice a week during the first year
Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic (pH 6.0-6.5)
Hardiness Zones: 10-11 (suitable for containers in cooler climates)
Growth Habit: Slow-growing; fruiting in 3-5 years from planting
Format: Starter Plant

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Type: Starter Plant

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Ships from: USA
Vendor: Jayme Garden