{"id":1167,"date":"2026-08-15T19:19:33","date_gmt":"2026-08-15T19:19:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chfruittreenursery.com\/?post_type=product&p=1167"},"modified":"2026-08-15T19:19:34","modified_gmt":"2026-08-15T19:19:34","slug":"sugar-apple","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.chfruittreenursery.com\/?product=sugar-apple","title":{"rendered":"SUGAR APPLE"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sugar Apple (Annona squamosa)<\/strong> is a popular tropical fruit tree prized for its exceptionally sweet, aromatic fruit and soft, creamy flesh. Also known as Sweetsop<\/strong> or Custard Apple<\/strong>, it is one of the classic members of the Annona family.<\/p>\n

The fruit has a distinctive green, segmented exterior. As it reaches maturity, the segments become more pronounced and the fruit gradually softens. Inside, the creamy white flesh separates easily into sections and develops a rich, sweet tropical flavor.<\/p>\n

Sweet, Creamy Tropical Fruit<\/h3>\n

Sugar Apple is especially valued for its high sweetness and soft texture. Fully ripened fruit can be enjoyed fresh, with a flavor that is rich, fragrant, and naturally dessert-like.<\/p>\n

Tree Characteristics<\/h3>\n

Sugar Apple grows as a relatively small tropical or subtropical fruit tree, making it suitable for home orchards and collectors who want to grow Annona varieties without requiring an extremely large tree.<\/p>\n

With warm temperatures, good sunlight, proper irrigation, nutrition, and pruning, the tree can develop vigorous growth and produce high-quality fruit.<\/p>\n

Highlights<\/h3>\n
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  • Exceptionally sweet tropical fruit<\/li>\n
  • Creamy, soft white flesh<\/li>\n
  • Distinctive segmented green fruit<\/li>\n
  • Also known as Sweetsop<\/li>\n
  • Botanical name: Annona squamosa<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Excellent for home orchards<\/li>\n
  • Popular with tropical fruit collectors<\/li>\n
  • Suitable for warm climates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Sugar Apple is a classic Annona fruit tree combining exceptional sweetness, tropical flavor, and an attractive compact growth habit.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Sugar Apple (Annona squamosa)<\/strong> is a classic tropical fruit tree known for its exceptionally sweet, aromatic fruit and creamy white flesh. 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