Key West Mamey Sapote Tree 7G

Key West Mamey Sapote Tree in 7-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL.

Rich, creamy, and tropical to the core—the Key West Mamey Sapote Tree (Pouteria sapota) in a 7-gallon pot brings the flavor of South Florida’s favorite backyard fruit right to your garden. Known for its large, rust-colored fruits with smooth, sweet, custard-like flesh, this variety is perfect for milkshakes, smoothies, desserts, and fresh eating straight off the spoon.

This 7-gallon size is a vigorous young tree—strong enough for planting out and fast-growing with the right care.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun—minimum of 6–8 hours daily is essential for healthy growth and fruit development.

• Watering: Water regularly during the first year to establish strong roots. Once mature, the tree is moderately drought-tolerant, though consistent watering improves yield and quality.

• Soil: Prefers well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost or organic matter. Avoid planting in areas with poor drainage.

• Fertilizer: Feed with a tropical fruit tree fertilizer 3–4 times a year. Supplement with trace minerals like zinc and iron for robust growth and fruit set.

• Growth Habit: Upright evergreen with broad, glossy leaves and a strong central trunk. In a 7-gallon pot, the tree typically stands 3–5 feet tall, with potential to grow 30–40 feet in-ground.

• Temperature: Ideal for USDA Zones 10–11. Perfectly suited to South Florida’s subtropical climate. Sensitive to frost—protect young trees during cold snaps.

• Maintenance: Moderate. Prune to manage height and shape. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Fruit Notes: Produces large, football-shaped fruit with rough brown skin and vibrant salmon-colored flesh. Flavor is rich and sweet—like sweet potato meets almond custard. Mamey trees may take 3–5 years to fruit from planting, with harvest typically in late spring through summer.

Ideal For:

• Tropical fruit enthusiasts

• Smoothie and dessert lovers

• Backyard food forests

• South Florida rare fruit growers

• Those seeking low-maintenance, high-reward trees

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Pouteria sapota

• Plant Type: Tropical fruit tree

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Large evergreen with edible fruit

• Container Size: 7-gallon pot

Jupiter Farms & Nursery