Description: Drops leaves during flowering in the spring. The fruit does not generally ripen until it falls or is picked from the tree. Fruit matures 5 to 8 months after flowering.

Size: Medium to large (20-40ft in height)

Location: Plant at least 30 feet from power lines and 16-22 feet from your house. Full sun with well-drained soil.

Salt tolerance: None

Watering: Water during planting and for one year thereafter (see watering schedule in "Dig In Miami-Dade County" booklet). May need to water during fruiting if under drought conditions.

Fertilization: Do not fertilize until 6 months after planting. Call 305-248-3311 ext.228 for fertilizing information specific to your tree.

Pruning: Wait one year to prune. If staked, remove after 6 months.