Sapodilla Trees
Sapodilla trees produce sweet, brown-skinned fruit with a rich, malty flavor often compared to brown sugar or caramel. Well-suited to Florida’s subtropical climate, they are hardy, low-maintenance, and capable of fruiting multiple times a year. With their glossy evergreen leaves and unique taste, sapodillas are both ornamental and highly rewarding in the home garden.
Alano Sapodilla
Alano Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Alano' is a compact, productive variety with small to medium fruit and a rich, malty sweetness.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~26–28°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Late spring to summer, sometimes multiple crops
- Uses: Fresh eating, smoothies, desserts
Butterscotch Sapodilla
Butterscotch Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Butterscotch' delivers caramel-like sweetness and smooth texture in small to medium fruit.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~27°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Late spring to early summer
- Uses: Fresh eating, blending into drinks
Gigantia Sapodilla
Gigantia Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Gigantia' produces some of the largest sapodilla fruits, with soft, sweet, brown sugar flavor.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~28°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Summer into fall
- Uses: Fresh eating, desserts, sharing due to size
Hasya Sapodilla
Hasya Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Hasya' is a heavy producer with large fruit, rich sweetness, and firm texture.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~27°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Late winter to spring
- Uses: Fresh eating, local markets
Makok Sapodilla
Makok Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Makok' is a compact, elongated-fruit variety that’s very sweet and perfect for small spaces.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~28°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Multiple crops year-round in warm zones
- Uses: Fresh eating, container culture
Molix Sapodilla
Molix Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Molix' is round-fruited, firm, and sweet—excellent for fresh eating and desserts.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~27°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Summer to early fall
- Uses: Fresh eating, sweet dishes
Morena Sapodilla
Morena Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Morena' is vigorous, producing smooth-textured, sweet fruit consistently.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~27°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Spring to early summer
- Uses: Fresh eating
Ox Sapodilla
Ox Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Ox' yields very large, football-shaped fruit with creamy sweet flesh.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~28°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Summer
- Uses: Fresh eating, sharing due to size
Sy Wood Sapodilla
Sy Wood Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Sy Wood' is medium-sized with a caramel-like taste, thriving in warm, humid areas.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~28°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Late spring to summer
- Uses: Fresh eating
Tikal Sapodilla
Tikal Sapodilla is well suited for USDA Growing Zones 9A and 9B—ideal for St. Augustine and Northeast Florida gardens. 'Tikal' matures early, with oval-shaped fruit and smooth brown skin.
- Lowest survival temperature: ~28°F
- Pollination: Self-fertile
- Ripening (FL): Late winter to spring
- Uses: Fresh eating