(1/1) Close up of the glossy leaves and bright yellow fruit of the Fraser Island Apple Bushfood Tree
Fraser Island Apple
Acronychia imperforataGlossy leaved native tree with yellow-gold, fleshy fruit that is crisp with a refreshingly lemony sweetness. Tolerant of salt spray and sand and very water efficient, makes an excellent hedge for coastal and inland areas. Good feed tree for butterflies, ... Read More
Other Names: K'gari Apple, Coastal Aspen, Beach Acronychia, Logan Apple
$21.90
Specifications of Fraser Island Apple
Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From CuttingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Likes Temps above 5deg
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
Suitability in Pots Yes with 35L+ Pot
Water Requirements Drought Hardy (Little Watering)
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? No (Full Size)
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 4-5 Years
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage
Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
Fruiting/Harvest Months April, May, June
Fertiliser All Purpose, Compost, Seaweed
Plant Width 2-4m
Growth Rate Fast
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