Black Sapote /Chocolate Pudding Fruit Live Plant

Listing is for one seedling grown out in a quart size nursery pot around 12inch + tall.

Rich, Sweet & The “Chocolate Pudding Fruit” - Grow one of the most unique tropical fruits with a Black Sapote (Diospyros digyna) seedling! Nicknamed the “chocolate pudding fruit”, this soft, custard-like delicacy has a smooth texture and mildly sweet flavor that’s perfect for smoothies, desserts, or straight off the spoon. A beautiful evergreen tree that’s both ornamental and edible, Black Sapote is a must-have for tropical and subtropical gardens.

--- Plant Information:

Common Names: Black Sapote, Chocolate Pudding Fruit, Zapote Negro

Growth Habit: Medium to large evergreen fruit tree

Mature Height: Grows 20–40 feet tall; smaller when grown in containers

Fruit Production: Produces green-skinned fruit with soft, dark brown flesh when ripe

Time to Fruit: Typically fruits in 3–5 years under warm, sunny conditions

Cold Hardiness: Best for USDA zones 10–11; can tolerate brief dips into the upper 30s°F

Sun Exposure: Thrives in full sun to partial shade ---

Care Instructions After Receiving Plant:

Unpack Gently: Carefully remove the packaging and inspect the seedling

Hydrate: Water thoroughly after unpacking to settle roots and hydrate soil

Acclimate: Allow the plant to rest in filtered sunlight for 1–2 days before moving to full sun

Transplant: Use a well-draining, fertile soil mix in a container or garden bed

Monitor: Keep soil evenly moist during the first few weeks

--- Simple Plant Care Instructions:

Soil: Prefers loamy, slightly acidic to neutral soil rich in organic matter

Water: Water deeply and regularly, especially during hot or dry weather

Fertilizing: Apply a balanced organic fertilizer every 6–8 weeks during the growing season

Pruning: Light pruning helps shape young trees and improve airflow

Container Growing: Can be grown in a large pot in warm climates—just ensure good drainage

Mulching: Add mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds

--- Benefits & Uses:

Unique Edible Fruit: Sweet, pudding-like flesh can be enjoyed fresh or blended into desserts

Evergreen Foliage: Attractive glossy leaves add year-round beauty

Pollinator Friendly: Small white flowers attract beneficial insects

Tropical Aesthetic: Makes a great feature plant in tropical and edible landscapes

Low Maintenance: Adapts well once established and requires minimal care

--- What You’ll Receive:

Healthy Black Sapote seedling, rooted and ready for transplanting

Easy care instructions included for successful growing