(1/4) Maroochydore Gold Custard apple being held in the hand to show it's very large size
(2/4) Maroochydore gold custard apple cut open showing the very tasty translucent white flesh and seed to flesh ratio
(3/4) Full Tree view of the Maroochydore Gold Custard apple Fruit Tree
(4/4) Close up of the flesh of the Maroochydore gold custard apple fruit split apart with leaves in the background ready to eat
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Custard Apple- Maroochydore Gold
Annona atemoya
A popular custard apple variety in Australia. A cross between a Hillary White and Red sugar apple. Suited to warm subtropical climates. Sweet and flavourful grown in full sun, self pollinating.The foliage is delicate on young trees, and our potted plants... Read More are known for their older leaves to turn yellow and drop during transport to conserve energy. This is not a problem long term. With care and acclimatisation they will bounce back
Other Names: Maroochy Gold
$49.00
Preferred Climate Tropical, Subtropical
Grown From Grafted
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 5-10m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)
Can it Handle Frosts? Likes Temps above 5deg
Amount of leaves in Winter? Some Leaves (Partly Deciduous)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas WA
Suitability in Pots Yes
Water Requirements Moderate Watering
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? Semi Dwarf (2/3 Normal Size)
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 2-3 Years
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)