tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 9a – Zone 11b
Cherimoya is a subtropical fruit tree native to the Andes, prized for its creamy, custard-like fruit with an exotic flavor. The tree is semi-deciduous and produces fragrant flowers followed by large, heart-shaped fruits that typically ripen in fall and winter.
Overview
Form
Rounded
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
15–30′ tall × 15–25′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 9aZone 11b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9a to Zone 11b
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
FallWinter
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
mid successional
Native Range
Andean region (Peru, Ecuador, Colombia)
Function & Care
ediblewildlife benefit
Edible Parts
fruit
Establishment & Care
Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
moderate
Years to Bearing
3 years
Propagation
seed, grafting
Notable Cultivars
'Fino de Jete' and 'Campas' are among the most widely cultivated varieties, known for superior fruit quality and productivity. 'Bonita' and 'Rioja' are also popular selections in commercial and home orchards.
