{"product_id":"pink-white-guava-seedlings-copy","title":"White Sapote Seedling","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Sapote Seedling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own White Sapote, a fast-growing subtropical fruit tree prized for its exceptionally sweet, creamy fruit often described as tasting like vanilla custard, peach and banana. Supplied as a healthy young seedling, this rare tree is an excellent addition to home orchards and will reward growers with delicious fruit for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Seedling\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRare Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncommon ⭐⭐☆☆☆\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe carefully source premium-quality seedlings from trusted growers in New Zealand. White Sapote is not widely available through local garden centres, making it a unique addition to your edible garden.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Healthy White Sapote (Casimiroa edulis) seedling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central Mexico and Central America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast-growing evergreen tree reaching approximately 5 to 10 metres at maturity, although it can be kept smaller with regular pruning. Ideal for home orchards and large gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in a sunny, sheltered position with fertile, free-draining soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, plant at the same depth as it was growing in the pot, backfill with soil, water thoroughly and apply mulch around the base while keeping it clear of the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e To get the best start, protect young plants from heavy frost during their first few winters. In the \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Island\u003c\/strong\u003e, White Sapote grows well outdoors in full sun. In the \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Island\u003c\/strong\u003e, plant in the warmest, most sheltered location available or grow in a large container that can be protected during severe frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces smooth green to yellow fruit with creamy white flesh that is exceptionally sweet, rich and custard-like. The fruit is delicious eaten fresh or used in smoothies, desserts and ice cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces small, fragrant greenish-yellow flowers during spring that attract pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seedlings typically begin producing fruit within 5 to 8 years, depending on growing conditions. Grafted trees usually fruit much sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun, fertile well-drained soil and regular watering while establishing. Feed with a balanced fruit tree fertiliser during spring and summer. Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage strong branching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is naturally rich in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e to support the immune system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A\u003c\/strong\u003e to support healthy vision and skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e for heart and muscle function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e to support healthy digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural antioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e that help protect the body's cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreamy, nutrient-rich flesh perfect for fresh eating, smoothies and desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52186928054570,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8672\/5418\/files\/ChatGPTImageAug7_2026_07_45_09AM.png?v=1786046448","url":"https:\/\/tropicalsprouts.co.nz\/products\/pink-white-guava-seedlings-copy","provider":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}