Cherimoya: Growing the Custard Apple Tree
Annona cherimola
Cherimoya care (Annona cherimola): subtropical tree with creamy custard-like fruit. Full sun, fertile well-drained soil, frost-tender.
Characteristics
Cherimoya (Annona cherimola) is a small subtropical Andean tree grown for its heart-shaped fruit with sweet, creamy, custard-like white flesh. It wants full sun and fertile, well-drained soil in a mild climate: it dislikes both frost and extreme heat. It reaches 5-9 metres. The seeds and skin are toxic and must not be eaten.
Flowering season
Practical tips
Water needs: media — always check soil moisture before watering.
Prefers pieno sole: provide the right light and rotate the plant for even growth.
Recommended soil: fertile drenante. Refresh the substrate every 1-2 years.
Dust the leaves with a damp cloth to support photosynthesis.
Feed during the growing season (spring-summer) and stop in winter.
