Similar to a Papaya, Babaco is less sensitive to the cold and can be grown in southern states.
The fruit has no seeds. So must be grown from cuttings.
Grow to 2-5m
Self-pollinating
Evergreen
Taste:
Champagne fruit has a bubbly texture the flavour is slightly acidic similar to pineapple, and papaya flavour.
The fruit makes a refreshing drink when juiced.
Care Instructions:
Needs good drainage, these trees suffer can easily suffer from root rot. So add perlite or sand to your soil.
Happy in part Sun 50-80%
Plant Size:
1 plant similar to photo - 70mm pot
Shipping
All items are posted on a Monday Express post, with Australia Post. If Monday is a public holiday they will be sent the Tuesday or the following Monday depending on the destination. We aim to deliver healthy and happy plants :)
Please note NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE QLD.
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