Black Sapote Bernicker Tree Grafted

The Black Sapote Bernicker is a grafted tropical fruit tree selected for outstanding fruit production. Grown in Everglades Farm's Homestead, Florida nursery, it arrives at 2 to 3 feet (including container) in a 2-gallon pot, fed with slow-release 8-3-9 granular fertilizer.

At a glance

• Type: Grafted tropical fruit tree
• Variety: Bernicker black sapote
• Tree age: 12 to 18 months
• Container: 2-gallon
• Height: 2 to 3 feet including container
• Fertilizer: Slow-release 8-3-9 granular
• Care level: Low maintenance, high yield
• Sizes: 12 to 18 inches in 1-gallon, 2 to 3 feet in 3-gallon

Best for

• Subtropical home fruit gardens and orchards
• Homegrown tropical fruit
• Low-maintenance, high-yield growing
• Edible landscaping
• Adventurous fruit growers

How to grow

Grown for Florida's subtropical climate and expertly grafted for reliable yields, this tree is low-maintenance and high-yielding. It arrives nourished with slow-release 8-3-9 granular fertilizer to support steady development.

Flavor profile

Black sapote is known for rich, custardy flesh often compared to chocolate pudding, offering a luscious homegrown treat.

About Everglades Farm

Everglades Farm is a Florida nursery in Homestead growing fruiting trees, edible plants, and rare garden showpieces, shipped directly from the nursery to your door.