Introduction
Soursop, also known as graviola or guanabana, is a fruit native to the tropical regions of South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Its unique flavor profile has captivated many cultures across the globe.
The Growing Process
Growing soursop can be a tricky process that requires patience and attention to detail. The first step is to obtain seeds from mature fruits. Once you have your seeds, it’s time to plant them in fertile soil with good drainage.
Patiently Waiting for Growth
The length of time it takes for soursop trees to grow varies depending on several factors such as temperature, humidity levels and quality of soil used but on average it takes about four years before they start bearing fruit.. During this waiting period, you must provide your tree with adequate water and sunlight while keeping an eye out for pests that could attack your sapling.
Caring For Your Soursop Tree
After four years or so have passed since planting your seedlings ,they will begin producing fruit during peak season which runs from June through Feb in places like Florida where climate conditions are favorable . To ensure healthy growth throughout this entire process routine pruning will need carried out alongside fertilization at least once every year
Harvesting Time!
Once the tree matures enough produce fruits each harvest lasts approximately 8-10 weeks reaching their full potential within six-to-eight months after flowering. You’ll know when it’s time to pick them because they’ll turn yellow-greenish color indicating ripeness level ready-to-eat!.
In conclusion growing soursops may seem daunting but once you get started its really just a matter of patience routines maintenance care taking coupled by regular harvesting! And with all these efforts applied correctly; within no time at all even beginners gardeners should be able to enjoy this tropical fruit on their own terms.
