Soursop Tree

Add the tropical Soursop Tree (Annona muricata) to your food forest and enjoy its large, spiky green fruits packed with sweet, tangy flavor and powerful health benefits. Known for its creamy, custard-like pulp, soursop is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber. Perfect for smoothies, juices, and desserts, this tropical fruit tree is also prized for its medicinal uses. Easy to grow in warm climates or containers, the soursop tree makes a unique and rewarding addition to any edible landscape.

Plant Care & Growing Tips:

• Climate: Best suited for USDA zones 9–11; thrives in warm, humid conditions. Can be grown in containers in cooler regions and brought indoors during cold weather.

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.

• Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5–7.0).

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Deep watering once or twice a week is ideal.

• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced organic fertilizer every 2–3 months during the growing season.

• Pruning: Light pruning helps maintain shape and encourage airflow; remove weak or crossing branches.

• Harvesting: Fruits mature in 3–5 years, ready for harvest when the skin turns slightly yellowish-green and softens to the touch.

With proper care, your Soursop Tree will reward you with exotic, nutrient-rich fruits and lush tropical foliage, making it a standout in your garden or food forest.