Spanish Plum / Red Mombin Live Spondias Purpurea Tree 12″-24″ | Sweet-Tart Tropical Fruit | Hardy Drought-Tolerant Starter Plant
$172.50
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Grow your own Red Mombin (Spondias purpurea)! 12″-24″ live starter tree produces sweet-tart fruits. Hardy, drought-tolerant, ideal for tropical gardens.
🍒 Delicious Fruits: Produces sweet-tart, juicy fruits enjoyed fresh or used in jellies, juices, and traditional dishes.
🌴 Tropical Elegance: Grows into a medium-sized tree (15-25 ft) with a lush, spreading canopy. Perfect for gardens, parks, or orchards.
☀️ Sun-Loving & Hardy: Thrives in full sunlight and adapts to various well-drained soils; drought-tolerant once established.
🌱 Fast-Growing Starter: This 12″-24″ starter tree can bear fruit within 3-5 years when grown from cuttings or grafted varieties.
🌍 Eco-Friendly: Attracts pollinators like bees and birds, enriching your local ecosystem.
🍷 Culinary Versatility: Fruits are great for making wines, preserves, and refreshing beverages; suitable for a range of recipes.
🪴 Container Friendly: Can be grown in large pots, making it perfect for smaller spaces or patio gardening.
✂️ Easy Maintenance: Low-maintenance tree requiring minimal pruning and care for healthy growth.
🌿 Cultural Heritage: Known as Jocote or Ciruela, this tree carries cultural significance in Latin America, often used in traditional remedies.
Common Name: Spanish Plum, Red Mombin
Scientific Name: Spondias purpurea
Plant Size: 12″-24″ starter plant
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-draining soils; drought-tolerant once established
USDA Zones: 9-11
Watering Needs: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
Growth Rate: Rapid; fruit-bearing within 3-5 years
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release fertilizer during growing season
Special Features: Sweet-tart fruit, drought tolerance, pollinator-friendly
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Spanish Plum / Red Mombin Live Spondias Purpurea Tree 12″-24″ | Sweet-Tart Tropical Fruit | Hardy Drought-Tolerant Starter Plant
$172.50