Best grown in USDA zones 59.

Requires full sun and well-drained loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

Avoid heavy clay soils or low spots where water collects.

Cold stratify seeds: Soak in water for 24 hours, then refrigerate in moist paper towels for 46 weeks.

After stratification, sow seeds 1 inch deep in seed-starting mix.

Keep soil moist and warm (7075F) for optimal germination.

Germination time: 38 weeks.

Once seedlings have 46 true leaves, transplant outdoors in early spring.

Space trees 1520 feet apart.

Mulch around the base but avoid trunk contact.

Water regularly in dry periods, especially in the first 2 years.

Fertilize in early spring with balanced fruit tree fertilizer.

Prune annually to encourage strong structure and airflow.

Fruits mature in late spring to early summer, depending on climate.

Harvest when fully orange and slightly soft.

Excellent for eating fresh, drying, or making jams and preserves.

Best grown in USDA zones 59.

Requires full sun and well-drained loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

Avoid heavy clay soils or low spots where water collects.

Cold stratify seeds: Soak in water for 24 hours, then refrigerate in moist paper towels for 46 weeks.

After stratification, sow seeds 1 inch deep in seed-starting mix.

Keep soil moist and warm (7075F) for optimal germination.

Germination time: 38 weeks.

Once seedlings have 46 true leaves, transplant outdoors in early spring.

Space trees 1520 feet apart.

Mulch around the base but avoid trunk contact.

Water regularly in dry periods, especially in the first 2 years.

Fertilize in early spring with balanced fruit tree fertilizer.

Prune annually to encourage strong structure and airflow.

Fruits mature in late spring to early summer, depending on climate.

Harvest when fully orange and slightly soft.

Excellent for eating fresh, drying, or making jams and preserves.