Soursop — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Annona muricata |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 14–30 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 23.9–29.4 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 1095–2190 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 304.8–609.6 |
| Mature height (cm) | 304.8–914.4 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 243.8–548.6 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 10–11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Sowing method | Transplant |
Growing directions
Soursop is a rapid-growing small tree bearing the largest fruit of the Annona genus — sometimes exceeding 10 pounds — with spiny dark-green skin and white, fibrous, intensely aromatic pulp that is used primarily in beverages and desserts. Like its relatives (cherimoya, sugar-apple), soursop flowers have a specialized pollination mechanism that benefits greatly from hand-pollination using a small brush or cotton swab in late afternoon. The tree prefers deep, well-drained loam and is sensitive to standing water, drought stress, and cold below 32°F. Harvest when the skin has darkened from bright green to dull olive-green, the spines soften, and the fruit yields to gentle pressing; ripen at room temperature for 1–2 days.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0