Sapodilla ‘Tikal’ – Manilkara zapota Live Tropical Fruit Tree | 2 Feet Tall | Shipped in 3 Gallon Pot Brown Sugar Sweet Flavor | Smooth Texture | Early Bearing Variety

Grow rich, dessert-quality fruit at home with this Sapodilla ‘Tikal’, approximately 2 feet tall and shipped in a 3-gallon nursery pot with a healthy, established root system.

Sapodilla is prized for its exquisite flavor, often described as a pear soaked in brown sugar. ‘Tikal’ is an improved variety known for its fine, smooth texture and large fruit size, making it a favorite among tropical fruit collectors.

The fruit is most often enjoyed fresh but is also excellent in milkshakes, smoothies, and cooked desserts. Sapodilla trees are productive and, depending on growing conditions, may begin bearing fruit within 1–2 years.

With proper care and pruning, this evergreen tree makes a beautiful and rewarding addition to backyard orchards in warm climates.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Sapodilla ‘Tikal’ tree
✔️ Height: approximately 2 feet tall
✔️ Shipped in 3-gallon nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, established root system
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Tikal Sapodilla
Botanical Name: Manilkara zapota ‘Tikal’
Plant Type: Evergreen tropical fruit tree
Growth Stage: Young established tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily preferred)
Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil
Watering: Moderate; allow topsoil to dry slightly between watering
Mature Height: 15–30 feet (can be pruned smaller)
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 9–11
Container Friendly: Yes when pruned and maintained

💡 Care Tip: Provide full sun and excellent drainage for best fruit production. Light pruning helps maintain size and encourages branching.