Tropical and subtropical fruits (2+1)

Soil and Climate

• Custard apple grows well on sandy, rocky gravel, even on heavy soils.
• It does not require deep soil, but drainage should be proper.
  
• Soils with rich in organic matter with a pH of 6.0 – 6.5 are ideal.
  
• Custard apple is a hardy plant, prefers dry climate with mild winter and very sensitive to frost.
• The tree goes to dormancy in November-January after harvesting.
• The tree can be grown successfully 1000m from mean sea level.
• Moist climate is favourable for proper growth and development of fruits.
• The plant can tolerate extremes of heat but the yield goes down as shedding of flowers occurs above 39^oC.