Published Apr 16, 2024
Sapota is a tropical fruit with a sweet and grainy texture. It has a brown outer skin and soft, juicy flesh with small, black seeds. Sapota is commonly eaten fresh or used in desserts and smoothies.
To grow sapota, choose between seeds or grafting. Seeds are cheaper while grafting guarantees desired traits. Prepare nutritious soil with compost or manure for healthy sapling growth.
Sapotas are harmed by frost, so protect them by planting near sheltered areas or trees. Young saplings may need frost cloth wrapping during cold weather to stay cosy and safe.
Watch out for aphids, mites, and scale insects. Preventing them is crucial! Use organic or chemical pesticides carefully, following guidelines. Good drainage and avoiding waterlogging help prevent root and collar rot.
Harvest sapotas five to eight months after flowering when they're firm and mature. Use pruning shears gently, handle them carefully to avoid damage, and store them in a cool, ventilated place.