Bruce Canistel [Egg-Fruit] Tree

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  • Healthy tree ready for planting or container growing
  • Multiple size options to match your preference
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Regular price $247.95 USD
Regular price $139.95 USD Sale price $247.95 USD
Unit price $247.95  per  item
Size (Measurement Includes Container)
Pick the size that fits your goal
Smaller Sizes (1 gal)

Starting size and the lowest upfront commitment. ~6 months old tree.

Medium Sizes (3 gal)

Medium option with a strong balance of size and value. ~1 year old tree.

Larger Sizes (7+ gal)

Largest available size for shipping and the most immediate visual impact. ~2year old tree.

Largest Size (15 gal)

Usually starting to produce fruit. ~3 year old tree. Available for pickup only.

Low stock: 4 left

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Grafted varieties for earlier fruit
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What arrives at your door
  • A live tree in the size you selected
  • Nursery container with fertilizer-enriched growing media
  • Protective packaging designed to keep the root ball stable in transit
  • After-delivery support if you have questions once it arrives
Care snapshot
  • Growth: Moderate
  • Light: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Mature height: 15–30 ft
  • Mature width: 15–25 ft
  • Lifespan: 40–50 years
Full product details

Bruce Canistel [Egg-Fruit] Tree - Unveiling a Delightful Tropical Treasure!

Discover the unique and flavorful world of the Bruce Canistel Tree, a tropical gem that brings the taste of maple syrup-coated sweet potatoes to your garden. As you embark on your journey to cultivate this exquisite fruit, here are the key details you need to know:

  • Sensational Flavor and Texture: Indulge in the extraordinary taste of Canistel fruit, where the remarkable fusion of flavors is reminiscent of maple syrup drizzled over luscious sweet potatoes. Its texture is a symphony of sensations, with a dense and soft quality that is at once smooth, dry, creamy, and flaky.

  • Versatile Container Growing: The Bruce Canistel Tree is an excellent candidate for container cultivation. While its stature is large, its adaptable nature allows it to thrive within the confines of a container, provided you offer ample space for its root system to flourish.

  • Grafted Excellence: Rest assured that your Canistel Tree is grafted from a high-quality, fruit-producing parent tree. This meticulous grafting process ensures that you'll be harvesting delectable Canistel fruits in due time.

  • Homestead's Tropical Advantage: Your Canistel Tree is nurtured and grown with care in our lush plant nursery in Homestead, Florida. Our subtropical climate lends the perfect environment for this exceptional tree to thrive.

  • Optimal Tree Age: Embrace the joy of growing a young and vibrant Canistel Tree. When you receive your 2-gallon container, you'll be welcoming a tree with an average age of 6-12 months, poised to flourish under your care.

  • Premium Slow-Release Nutrition: The soil in your 2-Gal plastic container comes enriched with our premium 8-3-9 slow-release granular fertilizer. This nutritional boost supports the healthy growth and development of your Canistel Tree.

  • Compact Elegance: Experience the beauty of the Bruce Canistel Tree as it graces your space. With an approximate height of 2-3 feet, including the container, it embodies both elegance and functionality.

  • Sun-Kissed Delight: Thriving under the embrace of full sun, your Canistel Tree will revel in its exposure. While its cold hardiness ranges between 28-30°F, ensure moist and well-drained soils to encourage optimal growth.

  • Moderate Growth Rate: Witness the gradual transformation of your Canistel Tree as it embarks on its medium-paced journey towards maturity.

  • Dimensions and Spacing: Anticipate the impressive growth of your Canistel Tree, with an average height and width of 25 feet. When planting, provide ample spacing of 15-20 feet to allow its splendor to unfurl.

Unveil the exceptional allure of the Bruce Canistel [Egg-Fruit] Tree in your garden, and be prepared to savor the delectable fruits of your labor. With its unique flavors, captivating texture, and adaptability, this tropical treasure is sure to become a cherished addition to your green haven. Order now and let the sweetness of the Canistel fruit elevate your gardening experience.

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Key Features

Canistel, also known as egg fruit, features glossy, elliptical leaves, produces fragrant, small yellow flowers, and yields smooth, yellow-orange fruit with a sweet, custard-like flavor.

Special considerations

Canistel (egg fruit) trees require well-drained soil, full sun, and moderate watering, and they benefit from protection against frost and pests, necessitating special care and conditions for optimal growth.

Growing and Care Instructions

Canistel (egg fruit) thrives in well-drained soil with regular watering, requires full sun, tolerates temperatures between 60-100°F, benefits from balanced fertilizer every few months, and should be pruned to maintain shape and remove dead wood.

  • Fertilizing

    Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

  • Watering

    Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.

  • Light Requirements

    Full sun to partial shade.

Type Fruit-bearing
Lifespan 40–50 years
Growth Moderate
Max Height 15–30 ft
Max Width 15–25 ft
USDA Growing Zone 9-11 map showing suitable planting regions

10-11 Container / 9-11 Outdoors