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Red Custard Apple Seeds for Planting (Annona reticulata) – Bullock’s Heart Fruit

Red Custard Apple Seeds for Planting (Annona reticulata) – Bullock’s Heart Fruit

$16.49 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Soak seeds in water before sowing to enhance germination

Sow seeds in fertile well-drained soil at shallow depth

Keep soil moist during germination period

Place in warm sunny location

Transplant seedlings after strong root development

How to Grow

Grow plants in full sun for best fruiting

Water regularly but avoid waterlogging

Feed with organic manure or compost

Prune lightly to maintain shape

Protect young plants from frost

Tips

Use well-drained soil to prevent root rot

Mulch to retain soil moisture

Ensure good air circulation

Avoid excessive watering

Harvest fruits when fully ripe

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Tropical fruit

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright spreading tree

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Spring to early summer

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Sweet

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Red Custard Apple Seeds for Planting (Annona reticulata) – Bullock’s Heart Fruit
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Open Pollinated

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Fruit-bearing tree


Rare Red Custard Apple is a tropical fruit tree grown for its unique red fruits

The plant produces fragrant flowers followed by creamy sweet pulp fruits

It grows well in warm and humid climates

Once established it requires moderate care

Ideal for exotic fruit gardeners and orchards

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring to monsoon

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

Medium to large

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

6 to 10 meters

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

full sun

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA Zones 9–11

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

4 to 5 meters

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

2 to 3 cm

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Warm tropical

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000196870

Frequently Asked Questions

How is red custard apple different from common custard apple?

Red custard apple varieties are known for their reddish fruit appearance compared with the more common green-skinned types.

How much space does a custard apple tree need?

Allow enough room for canopy development because mature trees can spread as they grow.

Can custard apple grow in containers?

Young plants may grow in large containers, but mature trees generally perform better with more space.

When does custard apple tree produce flowers?

Flowering occurs during suitable warm growing periods depending on climate and plant maturity.

Does custard apple need pruning?

Light pruning can help maintain shape, remove unwanted growth, and manage tree structure.

Is custard apple suitable for tropical landscapes?

Yes, it fits well in warm-climate gardens and fruit tree landscapes.