Custard Apple (Mãng cầu na)

Growing in Arizona: Good for container growing. Slow growers. Needs summer afternoon shade and cold protection below high 30s. LOVES heat. Fruiting Age: Fruit after 2-3 years. Annona reticulata Growing in Phoenix: Also called sugar apple. The fruit tastes like a sugary custard, the pulp is white to a light buttery yellow. It comes apart easily in segments. And is dotted with a few black seeds. Ornamental-looking fruit is an impressive conversation piece in the garden. Once established custard apple can handle full sun. It requires a soil pH of 6.0. Protect when temperatures are below 30℉. Suitable for container culture in a pot of 30 gallons or larger.  See the planting and care guide page for planting and watering instructions.