Tropical - Hog Plum aka Ambarella
Hog Plum Green fruit are tangy and sweet, taste like a mix of pineapple and mango with a crunchy texture. When ripe it fruit is much sweeter with a pineapple-like fragrance. Young leaves are edible and can be added to salads or cooked as greens. Young trees are cold sensitive and should be protected from frost and strong wind.
Climate: Tropical, Subtropical
Propagation: Cutting
Pollination: Self Pollinating
Max Height: 5+ (Ideal prune size 2-4m)
Sun: 80% - 100%
Frost: Sometimes (Protect young trees from frost/wind)
Soil: Good drainage (Neutral 6.6-7.3pH)
Can Grow in Pots?: Yes (40L+)
Fruiting: 4-5 Years
Plant size: Photos are for example size guide only. Height and leaves vary seasonally.
Terms and Conditions: All sales are final. We do not offer exchange or refund for change of mind or plant death due to improper care. Plants are living things and will need proper soil and water to thrive. We do not take responsibility for any plants once it leaves our nursery/pick up point. Orders must be collected within 7 days of purchase.