Chicko Tree (Manilkara Zapota) Product Description
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Chicko Tree (Manilkara Zapota) – Sweet and Exotic Fruit for Your Garden
Short Description:
Add a touch of the tropics to your garden with the Chicko Tree (Manilkara Zapota). Known for its deliciously sweet fruit and lush foliage, this tree is perfect for home orchards and tropical landscapes.
Long Description:
Transform your garden with the exotic charm of the Chickoo Tree (Manilkara Zapota). Also known as Sapodilla, this tropical fruit tree is prized for its rich, sweet fruit that tastes like a blend of pear and brown sugar. Its glossy green leaves and attractive, rounded canopy make it a beautiful addition to any garden or home orchard.
Key Features:
- Delicious Fruit: Produces round to oval fruit with a sweet, brown flesh that is often compared to pear and brown sugar.
- Lush Foliage: Features dense, glossy green leaves that create a vibrant, tropical appearance.
- Attractive Canopy: Grows with a rounded, spreading canopy, providing excellent shade and ornamental value.
- Versatile Use: Ideal for home orchards, tropical landscapes, and large containers, adding both beauty and utility to your space.
- Drought Tolerant: Once established, this tree is highly drought-resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for warm climates.
Planting and Care Instructions:
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun for optimal fruit production.
- Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency and allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.
- Temperature: Best suited for warm, tropical climates. Protect from frost and cold temperatures below 32°F (0°C).
- Fertilization: Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to promote healthy growth and fruit production.
Enhance your garden with the Chickoo Tree (Manilkara Zapota), a tree that offers both beauty and delectable fruit. Its lush foliage and sweet, tropical fruit make it a standout addition to any garden.
Specifications:
- Botanical Name: Manilkara Zapota
- Common Names: Chickoo, Sapodilla
- Mature Height: 30-60 feet
- Mature Spread: 20-40 feet
- Hardiness Zones: 10-11
Experience the sweet taste of the tropics with the Chickoo Tree (Manilkara Zapota). Order yours today and enjoy the delicious fruit and lush beauty it brings to your garden!