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White Sapote

Casimiroa Edulis

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Overview

White Sapote (Casimiroa edulis) is an evergreen tree, revered for its lush foliage and sweet, custardy fruits. Thriving in U.S. hardiness zones 9-11, it reaches heights of 15-50 ft with a spread of 15-30 ft. Prefers full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil. Moderate water requirements. The fragrant, greenish-white flowers lure pollinators, while its low-maintenance character appeals to gardeners seeking an ornamental yet fruitful addition.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 10–11Type TreeClimate Mediterranean

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — with an equal or wider canopy span; the White Sapote displays a lush, image 64

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Annonaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — While it is hardy to temperatures as low as 26°F, it is best suited to USDA zones 9 to 11; this elegant tree can reach

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — though it can tolerate partial shade

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — tree with green blooms; the white to cream-colored flesh inside is sweet and custard-like

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — which can grow up to 6 inches long; tree for full

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — the White Sapote displays a lush; scientifically termed Casimiroa edulis, image 67

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — pale green skin that turns yellow as it ripens; white Sapote (Casimiroa edulis) is an evergreen tree, revered for its lush

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — about 2 to 4 inches in diameter; while it is hardy to temperatures as low as 26°F, it is best suited to USDA zones 9 to 11

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — providing a generous amount of shade.<br><br>Distinctive for its attractive; though it can tolerate partial shade

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — spacing should account for its mature spread

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — which can grow up to 6 inches long

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — the White Sapote displays a lush; scientifically termed Casimiroa edulis

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — White Sapote (Casimiroa edulis) is an evergreen tree, revered for its lush foliage and sweet, custardy fruits; moderate water

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — White Sapote thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun exposure; this tree requires regular watering until

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — This elegant tree can reach heights of 15 to 50 feet

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — White Sapote (Casimiroa edulis) is an evergreen tree, revered for its lush foliage and sweet, custardy fruits, image 55

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — greenish-white flowers lure pollinators, image 59

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — while its low-maintenance character appeals to gardeners seeking an ornamental yet fruitful addition; which can grow up to 6

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — often likened to the taste of banana or peach.<br><br>For optimal growth; about 2 to 4 inches in diameter, image 72

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — White Sapote thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun exposure; this tree requires regular watering, image 73

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — The white to cream-colored flesh inside is sweet and custard-like; it is a member of the Rutaceae (citrus) family, though it

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — The fruits are apple-sized

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — though it can tolerate partial shade; hardiness zones 9-11, it reaches heights of 15-50 ft with a spread of 15-30 ft

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — while its low-maintenance character appeals to gardeners seeking an ornamental yet fruitful addition

White Sapote (Casimiroa Edulis) — often likened to the taste of banana or peach.<br><br>For optimal growth

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