Sugar Apple Gefner
Annona squamosa 'Gefner'
A superior Israeli-bred sugar apple variety that produces large, consistently sweet fruit with minimal seeds and exceptional creamy texture. The heart-shaped, scaly green fruits reveal snow-white, custard-like flesh that tastes like a blend of vanilla, coconut, and tropical sweetness. This compact tree is perfect for containers and produces fruit much faster than seedling varieties, often fruiting within 2-3 years.
Harvest
90-120d
Days to harvest
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Zones
9–11
USDA hardiness
Height
20 feet
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Sugar Apple Gefner · Zones 9–11
Growing Details
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Complete Growing Guide
Height: Height: 15.00 to 20.00 feet. Spread: Spread: 8.00 to 12.00 feet. Sun: Sun: Full sun to part shade. Water: Water: Medium. Zones: Zone: 10 to 11. Bloom time: Bloom Time: June to August. Maintenance: Maintenance: Low.
Harvesting
Bloom time: Bloom Time: June to August
History & Origin
Family: Family: Annonaceae
Advantages
- +Low maintenance
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Marigold
Repels nematodes and aphids while attracting beneficial insects
Basil
Deters fruit flies and aphids, enhances overall plant health
Lemongrass
Natural pest deterrent against ants and mosquitoes
Comfrey
Deep roots bring nutrients to surface, excellent mulch provider
Nasturtium
Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles
Papaya
Similar water and nutrient needs, provides beneficial shade
Sweet Potato Vine
Living mulch that suppresses weeds and retains soil moisture
Ginger
Repels root knot nematodes and improves soil structure
Keep Apart
Black Walnut
Produces juglone toxin that inhibits growth of most fruit trees
Eucalyptus
Allelopathic compounds suppress growth of nearby plants
Fennel
Inhibits growth through allelopathy and competes aggressively for nutrients
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving. % Daily Value based on 2,000 calorie diet. Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC #168171)
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Generally disease resistant, improved variety
Common Pests
Annona seed borer, scale insects, mealybugs
Diseases
Root rot in poorly drained soils, leaf spot