Grow your own exotic, custard-like fruit with this live White Sapote plant. Shipped in a 1-gallon pot and standing approximately 1.5 feet tall, this fast-growing tropical tree is both ornamental and productive — a unique addition to any fruit lover’s garden.

Also known as Mexican apple or zapote blanco, White Sapote is a tropical to subtropical fruit tree native to Central Mexico and Central America. It belongs to the citrus family (Rutaceae) and produces soft, creamy fruit with a sweet flavor often compared to banana, pear, and vanilla.

The tree features glossy green, palmately compound leaves and grows with a dense, rounded canopy — making it an attractive shade tree as well.

USDA Zones 9–11

Prefers full sun for best fruiting

Grows well in fertile, well-draining soil (avoid heavy clay or salty soils)

Moderate watering; benefits from deep watering but is drought-tolerant when mature

Can tolerate light frost once established

Prune to maintain size and shape as desired

1 live White Sapote plant

Shipped in a 1-gallon pot

Plant height: approximately 1.5 feet tall

Healthy and ready for transplanting

I take care to package each plant securely for shipping. Some minor leaf curl or stress may occur during transit — this is normal. Please plant upon arrival and water lightly for the first few days to help it adjust.

If there are any issues with your plant upon delivery, send clear photos within 7 days and I’ll assist you.