1. Climate & Soil Requirements:

• Best grown in USDA zones 59.

• Requires full sun and well-drained loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

• Avoid heavy clay soils or low spots where water collects.

2. Germination & Planting:

• Cold stratify seeds: Soak in water for 24 hours, then refrigerate in moist paper towels for 46 weeks.

• After stratification, sow seeds 1 inch deep in seed-starting mix.

• Keep soil moist and warm (7075F) for optimal germination.

• Germination time: 38 weeks.

3. Transplanting:

• Once seedlings have 46 true leaves, transplant outdoors in early spring.

• Space trees 1520 feet apart.

• Mulch around the base but avoid trunk contact.

4. Care & Maintenance:

• Water regularly in dry periods, especially in the first 2 years.

• Fertilize in early spring with balanced fruit tree fertilizer.

• Prune annually to encourage strong structure and airflow.

5. Harvesting:

• Fruits mature in late spring to early summer, depending on climate.

• Harvest when fully orange and slightly soft.

• Excellent for eating fresh, drying, or making jams and preserves.

1. Climate & Soil Requirements:

• Best grown in USDA zones 59.

• Requires full sun and well-drained loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

• Avoid heavy clay soils or low spots where water collects.

2. Germination & Planting:

• Cold stratify seeds: Soak in water for 24 hours, then refrigerate in moist paper towels for 46 weeks.

• After stratification, sow seeds 1 inch deep in seed-starting mix.

• Keep soil moist and warm (7075F) for optimal germination.

• Germination time: 38 weeks.

3. Transplanting:

• Once seedlings have 46 true leaves, transplant outdoors in early spring.

• Space trees 1520 feet apart.

• Mulch around the base but avoid trunk contact.

4. Care & Maintenance:

• Water regularly in dry periods, especially in the first 2 years.

• Fertilize in early spring with balanced fruit tree fertilizer.

• Prune annually to encourage strong structure and airflow.

5. Harvesting:

• Fruits mature in late spring to early summer, depending on climate.

• Harvest when fully orange and slightly soft.

• Excellent for eating fresh, drying, or making jams and preserves.