Supar Golden Custerd Apple Plants

About Supar Golden Custerd Apple Plants

Custard Apple (Annona retusa or Annona squamosa) is a tropical fruit tree, also known as Sugar Apple or Sita Phal. Here's an overview:

Varieties:

1. Sugar Apple (Annona squamosa)

2. Custard Apple (Annona retusa)

3. Sita Phal (Annona squamosa)

4. Supar Golden (hybrid)

5. Pink's Mammoth (hybrid)

Characteristics:

1. Large, sweet, and creamy fruit

2. Soft, custard-like pulp

3. Green or yellowish-green skin

4. Dwarf or semi-dwarf tree (3-5 meters tall)

Growing Requirements:

1. Tropical to subtropical climate (15-30C)

2. Well-draining soil with pH 5.5-6.5

3. Full sun to partial shade

4. Regular watering (avoid waterlogging)

5. Fertilize regularly (balanced fertilizer)

Tissue Culture Custard Apple Plants:

1. Uniform growth and yield

2. Disease-free and pest-resistant

3. Faster growth rate (6-12 months)

4. Increased yield (15-20% higher)

5. True-to-type plants

Care Tips:

1. Prune regularly for bushy growth

2. Train the tree to maintain shape

3. Monitor for pests (mealybugs, aphids)

4. Protect from extreme temperatures

Propagation Methods:

1. Seeds (less common due to variability)

2. Grafting (more popular for consistency)

3. Tissue culture (micropropagation)

4. Budding

Pest and Disease Management:

1. Mealybugs

2. Aphids

3. Whiteflies

4. Root rot

5. Leaf spot

Harvesting:

1. Fruits mature 3-4 months after flowering

2. Harvest when skin turns yellowish-green

3. Handle fruits carefully to avoid damage