{"product_id":"black-sapote-reineke-merida-grafted-tree","title":"Diospyros nigra, Black Sapote Tree Reineke [Merida] Chocolate Pudding Fruit - Live Grafted Plant","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eBlack Sapote Reineke [Merida] Grafted Tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Sapote Reineke (Merida)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a highly sought-after rare tropical fruit tree known for its delicious and unique flavor. This grafted tree is perfect for growing in your home garden or orchard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrafted from a high-quality fruit-producing tree for reliable yields\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrown in Florida with the benefits of a subtropical climate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium growth rate, reaching 5m x 5m at full size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers full sun exposure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerates minimum temperatures of 5°C (41°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegins bearing fruit 3-4 years after planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest season is September to November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf-fertile, but better yields with a second variety nearby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires approximately 100 chill hours below 10°C (50°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eFruit Description:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit of the Black Sapote Reineke has a greenish-brown color and measures 2.5 to 4 inches (7-10 cm) in diameter. The inner flesh is thick, custardy, and has a warm, fruity, cacao-like flavor that will amaze your taste buds\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edis.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/HS305\" aria-label=\"Black Sapote Growing in the Florida Home Landscape\" data-state=\"closed\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -top-[0.3rem] light font-sans text-base text-textOff dark:text-textOffDark selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-textMain dark:selection:bg-superDuper\/10 dark:selection:text-superDark\"\u003e\u003cspan data-number=\"1\" class=\"inline-flex h-[1rem] min-w-[1rem] items-center justify-center rounded-full px-[0.2em] text-center font-mono text-[0.60rem] tabular-nums before:content-[attr(data-number)] md:hover:text-white border-borderMain\/50 ring-borderMain\/50 divide-borderMain\/50 dark:divide-borderMainDark\/50  dark:ring-borderMainDark\/50 dark:border-borderMainDark\/50 transition duration-300 bg-offsetPlus dark:bg-offsetPlusDark md:hover:bg-super\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicofcanada.ca\/plant-varieties\/black-sapote\/\" aria-label=\"BLACK SAPOTE - Tropic of Canada\" data-state=\"closed\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -top-[0.3rem] light font-sans text-base text-textOff dark:text-textOffDark selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-textMain dark:selection:bg-superDuper\/10 dark:selection:text-superDark\"\u003e\u003cspan data-number=\"2\" class=\"inline-flex h-[1rem] min-w-[1rem] items-center justify-center rounded-full px-[0.2em] text-center font-mono text-[0.60rem] tabular-nums before:content-[attr(data-number)] md:hover:text-white border-borderMain\/50 ring-borderMain\/50 divide-borderMain\/50 dark:divide-borderMainDark\/50  dark:ring-borderMainDark\/50 dark:border-borderMainDark\/50 transition duration-300 bg-offsetPlus dark:bg-offsetPlusDark md:hover:bg-super\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/everglades.farm\/products\/black-sapote-reineke-merida-tree-from-florida\" aria-label=\"Black Sapote Reineke [Merida] Grafted Tree - Everglades Farm\" data-state=\"closed\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -top-[0.3rem] light font-sans text-base text-textOff dark:text-textOffDark selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-textMain dark:selection:bg-superDuper\/10 dark:selection:text-superDark\"\u003e\u003cspan data-number=\"3\" class=\"inline-flex h-[1rem] min-w-[1rem] items-center justify-center rounded-full px-[0.2em] text-center font-mono text-[0.60rem] tabular-nums before:content-[attr(data-number)] md:hover:text-white border-borderMain\/50 ring-borderMain\/50 divide-borderMain\/50 dark:divide-borderMainDark\/50  dark:ring-borderMainDark\/50 dark:border-borderMainDark\/50 transition duration-300 bg-offsetPlus dark:bg-offsetPlusDark md:hover:bg-super\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Sapote trees grow well in most well-drained soil types, including sands and limestone-based, high-pH soils\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edis.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/HS305\" aria-label=\"Black Sapote Growing in the Florida Home Landscape\" data-state=\"closed\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -top-[0.3rem] light font-sans text-base text-textOff dark:text-textOffDark selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-textMain dark:selection:bg-superDuper\/10 dark:selection:text-superDark\"\u003e\u003cspan data-number=\"1\" class=\"inline-flex h-[1rem] min-w-[1rem] items-center justify-center rounded-full px-[0.2em] text-center font-mono text-[0.60rem] tabular-nums before:content-[attr(data-number)] md:hover:text-white border-borderMain\/50 ring-borderMain\/50 divide-borderMain\/50 dark:divide-borderMainDark\/50  dark:ring-borderMainDark\/50 dark:border-borderMainDark\/50 transition duration-300 bg-offsetPlus dark:bg-offsetPlusDark md:hover:bg-super\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e They should be planted 25 to 30 feet or more (7.6 to 9.1 m) away from buildings and other trees to ensure proper growth and fruit production\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edis.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/HS305\" aria-label=\"Black Sapote Growing in the Florida Home Landscape\" data-state=\"closed\" class=\"citation ml-xs inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -top-[0.3rem] light font-sans text-base text-textOff dark:text-textOffDark selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-textMain dark:selection:bg-superDuper\/10 dark:selection:text-superDark\"\u003e\u003cspan data-number=\"1\" class=\"inline-flex h-[1rem] min-w-[1rem] items-center justify-center rounded-full px-[0.2em] text-center font-mono text-[0.60rem] tabular-nums before:content-[attr(data-number)] md:hover:text-white border-borderMain\/50 ring-borderMain\/50 divide-borderMain\/50 dark:divide-borderMainDark\/50  dark:ring-borderMainDark\/50 dark:border-borderMainDark\/50 transition duration-300 bg-offsetPlus dark:bg-offsetPlusDark md:hover:bg-super\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mt-md block\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eGrow this unique tropical fruit tree in your garden and enjoy the delicious, chocolate pudding-like flesh of the Black Sapote Reineke (Merida). Order your grafted tree today and start your journey into the world of exotic fruits!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg height=\"114\" width=\"556\" alt=\"live plant listing policy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0091\/3637\/3860\/files\/live_plant_listing_policy.jpg?v=1756018503\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everglades Farm","offers":[{"title":"12-18 inches \u0026 1-gal","offer_id":52990750425248,"sku":"REINEKE-BLACK-SAPOTE-#1-1FT","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-3 feet \u0026 3-gal","offer_id":52990750458016,"sku":"REINEKE-BLACK-SAPOTE-#3-3FT","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0091\/3637\/3860\/files\/black_sapote_everglades_farm_1024x1024_2x_5e7c489d-0dfb-4fb5-8470-b1546f304e80.jpg?v=1761762252","url":"https:\/\/www.theplantattraction.com\/products\/black-sapote-reineke-merida-grafted-tree","provider":"The Plant Attraction ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}