Black Sapote

The Most Unique, Hassle-Free Persimmon Available

With the Black Sapote, a simple care routine will lead you to a lifetime fruit and visually striking beauty. This exotic tree grows effortlessly, and it it also delivers unmatched flavor, with sweet fruit that's nearly impossible to find in your local supermarket.

It might just be the sweetest fruit you've ever had. Many liken the taste of the Black Sapote to chocolate pudding, and it's often referred to as chocolate pudding fruit or black soapapple. Soft, edible fruit ripens under an inedible skin - you'll know your tree is ready to harvest when the skin turns a deep yellow-green.

Though the Black Sapote, a type of persimmon, is technically a self-fertile tree, they only produce a big harvest with two or more trees. Thankfully, planting and growing couldn't be easier...especially when you get these sweet rewards.

Your Black Sapote Tree is one-of-a-kind because of its amazing, strong start. Because we’ve grafted your Persimmon from proven rootstock, grown and trained it for more branching (and more fruit as a result), you get healthful, robust results in your own landscape. We’ve done the extra work at our nursery, so you get a proven performer.

This incredible tree will stand out in your yard as a unique and magnificent showpiece. The vibrant colors and delectable fruit will mesmerize your family and friends. Don't let your neighbors beat you to it - get your Black Sapote today!