Annona Squamosa Fruit Tree, Red Sugar Apple Sweetsop Live Plant

• Discover the Red Sugar Apple, also known as Sweetsop or Annona Squamosa Tree, a tropical treasure that promises a delectable fruit experience. Here are the key details you need to know about our Red Sugar Apple Tree:

  • Compact Size: The Red Sugar Apple Tree stands at an approximate height of: (Height includes container)
    12-18 inches in a 1-gal container
     2-3 feet in a 3-gal container
    3-4 feet in a 7-gal container,
    making it perfect for both indoor and outdoor growing in various spaces.

  • Thriving Young Tree: Enjoy a head start with our 6-12 months old tree. This young tree is eager to grow and produce delicious fruit.

  • Florida Grown: Rest assured that your Red Sugar Apple Tree has been cultivated in Florida and our subtropical weather provides the ideal environment for strong and healthy growth.

  • Propagated from Seeds: Your Red Sugar Apple Tree is propagated from seeds, ensuring its genetic diversity and enhancing its adaptability to various growing conditions.

  • USDA zone 10-11, though some sources indicate it can be grown in zone 9b with protection. It is frost-sensitive and thrives in warm, tropical, and subtropical climates. To grow it in cooler climates, it is best to plant it in a container that can be moved indoors during winter or to protect it from temperatures below 32F.
  • Typical height: Without pruning, the trees usually reach between 10 and 25 feet (3 to 8 meters).
  • Pruning: The size can be managed with pruning to keep it more compact, making it suitable for home gardens or container growing.

  • Bountiful Yield: As the Red Sugar Apple Tree matures, you can look forward to a delightful harvest. Adult sugar apple trees yield an impressive 20 to 50 fruits per tree, providing you with a generous supply of these scrumptious fruits.

  • Self-Pollinating Wonder: Witness the fascinating process of self-pollination with the Red Sugar Apple Tree. This self-sufficient tree efficiently pollinates itself, simplifying the fruiting process for you.

  • Annona Squamosa Delight: Indulge in the delectable sweetness and unique tropical flavor of the Red Sugar Apple, also known as Sweetsop or Annona Squamosa. Each fruit is a mouthwatering treat waiting to be savored.

  • Gardener's Delight: Embrace the rewarding experience of nurturing your Red Sugar Apple Tree as it blossoms into a fruitful wonder. Our expertly grown trees are a perfect addition to any garden or landscape.

Why are Sugar Apples Not Available in Winter?

This tree changes leaves during the winter months. It will be available again, after the winter months.

How long before Sugar Apples produce fruit?

Sugar Apples propagated from seeds typically produce fruit in two years. This is the reason why it is not necessary to propagate with other techniques, like grafting.

Difference between Red & Green Sugar Apple?

There is no difference with the tree size or the fruit taste. The only difference is the color of the fruit.