Black Sapote Tree
Black Sapote — Diospyros digyna
Green-skinned fruit that ripens to soft, dark brown pulp often compared with chocolate pudding.
This plant is also called: 黑柿 (Chinese). Names from public plant databases.
| Size / pot | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Gallon | 65.00 USD | In stock |
| 7 Gallon | 95.00 USD | In stock |
Stock checked 38 minutes ago.
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Not sure this tree fits your yard? Ask Maxi, or call us.
Plant facts
- Plant type
- Fruit tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Hardiness zones
- 10-11
- Chill hours
- 0
- Pollination
- Grafted trees usually fruit on their own; some seedling trees bear mostly male flowers and fruit poorly.
- Mature size
- Typically 25-40 ft; can be kept smaller with pruning
- Sun exposure
- full sun
- Harvest season
- Late fall through spring; varies.
Growing results vary with your climate, site, care and weather. The information shown here is general guidance and does not guarantee how a plant will perform once planted at your property. For performance related issues, please reference our care guides.
Mildly sweet, cocoa-like and malty rather than strongly fruity. Very soft, creamy and pudding-like. Subtle earthy-sweet aroma.
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Florida hardiness zones
This plant is rated for zones 10 to 11. Zones it suits are outlined in the key.
- 8b
- 9a
- 9b
- 10a (suits this plant)
- 10b (suits this plant)
- 11a (suits this plant)
- 11b (suits this plant)
Delivery and installation
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