Spanish Plum Tree (Spondias purpurea) Starter Plant 3-4 ft
About This Plant
The Spanish Plum (Spondias purpurea), also known as jocote, is a fast-growing tropical tree valued for its sweet-tart, oval fruits and ornamental foliage. This live starter plant stands 3-4 feet tall and is well-suited for warm climates, container gardening, and home orchards. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and becomes drought-tolerant once established.
What You Will Receive
1 live starter plant: Spanish Plum Tree (Spondias purpurea), 3-4 feet tall at the time of shipment. This is a fruit-bearing, ornamental tree intended for tropical climates.
Growing Information
- Type: Starter Plant
- Fruit: Sweet-tart, oval fruits
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy to loamy
- Water: Moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established
- Height at maturity: 15-25 feet
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 9-11
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Ships from: USA
Live Plant Notice
Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.
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