Chiku Fruit Seeds for Gardening Enthusiasts Ideal for Lush, Productive Gardens

Grow your own Chiku (Sapodilla) tree from these premium Non-GMO seeds and enjoy one of the most delicious tropical fruits in your garden. Known scientifically as Manilkara zapota, this evergreen fruit tree is cherished for its sweet, caramel-like flavor, smooth texture, and hardy growth habit.

Chiku trees thrive in warm, tropical climates and make an excellent addition to home gardens, orchards, or greenhouse setups. With proper care, you’ll enjoy lush foliage, fragrant blossoms, and abundant fruit harvests season after season.

Features:

• Produces sweet, aromatic tropical Chiku (Sapodilla) fruits

• Non-GMO and naturally grown seeds

• Adaptable to various soil types and warm climates

• Evergreen tree with ornamental and productive value

• Ideal for home gardens, greenhouses, and small orchards

• Easy to cultivate and maintain

Specifications:

• Common Name: Chiku, Sapodilla, Naseberry

• Scientific Name: Manilkara zapota

• Plant Type: Evergreen fruit tree

• Growth Habit: Dense, spreading canopy

• Height: 30–50 feet (9–15 m)

• Spread: 20–30 feet (6–9 m)

• Fruit Characteristics: Brown, sweet, aromatic flesh with smooth texture

• Bloom Time: Year-round in tropical climates

• Harvest Season: Late winter to summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 10–11

• Sun Exposure: Full sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy loam

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5

• Watering: Moderate; water regularly during dry periods

• Temperature Range: 70–95°F (21–35°C)

• Season: Best planted in spring

• Germination Time: 3–6 weeks

• Plant Spacing: 20–25 feet apart

• Pollination: Self-pollinating

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting Guide:

1. Soak seeds in room-temperature water for 24 hours before sowing.

2. Plant seeds ½ inch deep in well-draining soil mix.

3. Keep soil moist and maintain temperature between 75–85°F (24–29°C).

4. Provide full sun exposure for optimal germination and growth.

5. Transplant seedlings once they reach 6–8 inches tall.

6. Water consistently during the first growing year.

7. Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate temperature.