Custard apple 'Sunflower'

This variety produces fruits averaging 200g with an excellent taste. 'Sunflower' is self-pollinating, although cross-pollination with another variety will yield more fruits. The fruits contain relatively few seeds.

Fortunately, this fruit tree from North America and Canada, which is quite hardy in our climate, is becoming increasingly known and popular. The taste of the elongated, yellow-green fruits is truly exotic, leaning towards banana, mango, and pineapple, and they are packed with vitamins. So healthy that there are serious indications of cancer prevention. At least 2 plants are needed for cross-pollination. Young plants prefer shade and should be extra protected in winter; later, full sun is also fine, and they can withstand a harsh winter. Eventually reaching a height of 2-5 m, pruning is recommended to prevent even higher growth! The tree's structure is slightly taller than it is wide, so in the long run, a tree pit of 3-4 meters is advisable. Maintain a minimum distance of 4 m between 2 trees. The first fruits can be expected after about 4 years, preceded in spring by strangely scented, white to reddish-brown flowers. They do not appreciate sea wind, but the trees do highly appreciate slightly acidic soil (on clay soil, ensure plenty of humus) and a layer of mulch. No disease infestations are yet known in our climate, but there is not much experience.

Names:
Latin: Asimina triloba
Dutch: Custard Apple
Also: Pawpaw or Prairie Banana
English: Indiana Banana / Poor Man's Banana