Diospyros Digyna, also called the Chocolate Pudding Fruit or Black Sapote, is a tropical evergreen tree admired for its smooth, sweet, and pudding-like fruit. Native to Central America, this exotic tree is a tropical gardeners favorite for its delicious flavor and ornamental appearance. It thrives in warm regions and produces glossy green leaves and abundant fruit clusters, making it a perfect addition to home orchards.
Features:
- Unique flavor: Produces smooth, chocolate-colored fruit with a naturally sweet taste.
- Tropical appeal: An evergreen tree ideal for tropical and subtropical gardens.
- High-yielding: Produces generous fruit crops once mature.
- Ornamental value: Glossy green foliage adds lush beauty to the landscape.
- Non-GMO heirloom seeds: Naturally sourced for dependable germination.
Specifications:
- Seed Name: Diospyros Digyna (Chocolate Pudding Fruit) Seeds
- Type: Tropical fruit tree seeds
- Quantity: 100 seeds per pack
- Growth Habit: Medium to large evergreen tree
- Mature Height: 2040 feet
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with pH 6.07.5
- Watering: Keep soil moderately moist during the growing season
- Planting Depth: inch deep
- Spacing: 1520 feet apart for mature trees
- Germination Temperature: 7590F (2432C)
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 911
- Season: Best planted in spring or early summer
- Harvest Period: Late summer to early winter
Planting Guide:
- Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.
- Sowing: Plant in pots with well-drained soil and keep warm and moist until sprouting.
- Transplanting: Move outdoors when seedlings are strong and frost-free conditions persist.
- Site Selection: Choose a sunny area with protection from strong winds.
- Harvesting: Fruits are ready when the skin turns olive-brown and soft to the touch.