Sapodilla Seeds var. Sri Kembangan 35 pcs (Manilkara zapota) - Premium Sweet Chico Zapote Seeds

Introduce a legendary award-winning cultivar to your orchard or garden with our premium pack of Sapodilla Seeds var. Sri Kembangan 35 pcs (Manilkara zapota). Widely celebrated throughout Southeast Asia and the Americas as the "Chico Zapote" or "Chikoo," the Sri Kembangan variety is universally recognized by fruit connoisseurs for its superior elongated-oval shape, smooth thin skin, and exceptionally rich, sweet flavor profile that tastes exactly like a decadent blend of brown sugar, pear, and maple syrup.

Native to the tropical regions of the Americas and highly perfected in Malaysia and Indonesia, Manilkara zapota grows into a magnificent, medium-sized evergreen tree with a highly ornamental, compact canopy. It features glossy, dark emerald-green leathery leaves clustered at the ends of its branches, making it a beautiful landscape statement even before it fruits. The tree is exceptionally hardy, wind-resistant due to its flexible wood, and uniquely well-suited for container gardening on sunny patios because it can begin flowering and fruiting at a remarkably compact size.

You will receive: ✔️ 35 Premium, hand-selected Sapodilla Seeds var. Sri Kembangan ✔️ Sourced exceptionally fresh from the current harvest to ensure premium seed viability ✔️ Naturally cleaned, sun-dried, and strictly chemical-free seed stock ✔️ Secure, moisture-resistant specialized packaging with protective cushioning for a safe arrival Note: Sapodilla seeds are highly prized for their long shelf-life, but they require a steady, warm tropical environment to successfully break dormancy. Simple planting steps are outlined below.

🌼 Cultivation & Planting Information

• Common Name: Sri Kembangan Sapodilla / Chico Zapote / Chikoo / Sawo

• Botanical Name: Manilkara zapota (var. Sri Kembangan)

• Product Type: Premium Exotic Fruit Tree Seeds / Tropical Edible Landscape

• Quantity: 35 Seeds per pack

• Sun Requirements: Full Sun to very bright, intense filtered light (Essential for maintaining a dense canopy and triggering sweet fruit production)

• Soil / Medium: Requires a loose, fertile, well-draining potting medium. Highly adaptable to sandy, loamy, or even slightly alkaline soils, and possesses excellent salt tolerance near coastal zones.

• Watering: Moderate during the early germination and sapling stages. Once fully established, its deep root network provides outstanding drought tolerance.

• Growth Rate: Slow to steady; forms a highly structurally sound, low-maintenance tree that can withstand strong winds.

• Hardiness & Climate: Thrives perfectly in warm tropical and sub-tropical climates (USDA Zones 10-11). Excellent choice for large ornamental pots and glasshouses in cooler regions.

💡 Pro Germination Tip: Sapodilla seeds possess a smooth, hard outer coating. For a more rapid breakout, soak your seeds in room-temperature water for 24 hours prior to sowing. Plant the seeds approximately 1/2 inch deep in a warm, moist, well-aerated seed-starting mix. Maintain a steady ambient soil temperature between 75°F to 85°F (24°C to 29°C), ensure consistent moisture without waterlogging, and look for strong sprouts to emerge within 14 to 30 days!