Spanish Plum / Red Mombin Live Spondias Purpurea Tree 12’-24’ | Sweet-Tart Tropical Fruit | Hardy Drought-Tolerant Starter Plant

Grow your own Red Mombin (Spondias purpurea)! 12″-24″ live starter tree produces sweet-tart fruits. Hardy, drought-tolerant, ideal for tropical gardens.

• 🍒 Delicious Fruits: Produces sweet-tart, juicy fruits enjoyed fresh or used in jellies, juices, and traditional dishes.
• 🌴 Tropical Elegance: Grows into a medium-sized tree (15-25 ft) with a lush, spreading canopy. Perfect for gardens, parks, or orchards.
• ☀️ Sun-Loving & Hardy: Thrives in full sunlight and adapts to various well-drained soils; drought-tolerant once established.
• 🌱 Fast-Growing Starter: This 12″-24″ starter tree can bear fruit within 3-5 years when grown from cuttings or grafted varieties.
• 🌍 Eco-Friendly: Attracts pollinators like bees and birds, enriching your local ecosystem.
• 🍷 Culinary Versatility: Fruits are great for making wines, preserves, and refreshing beverages; suitable for a range of recipes.
• 🪴 Container Friendly: Can be grown in large pots, making it perfect for smaller spaces or patio gardening.
• ✂️ Easy Maintenance: Low-maintenance tree requiring minimal pruning and care for healthy growth.
• 🌿 Cultural Heritage: Known as Jocote or Ciruela, this tree carries cultural significance in Latin America, often used in traditional remedies.
• Common Name: Spanish Plum, Red Mombin
• Scientific Name: Spondias purpurea
• Plant Size: 12″-24″ starter plant
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-draining soils; drought-tolerant once established
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Watering Needs: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
• Growth Rate: Rapid; fruit-bearing within 3-5 years
• Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release fertilizer during growing season
• Special Features: Sweet-tart fruit, drought tolerance, pollinator-friendly

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Type: Starter Plant

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Ships from: USA
Vendor: Jayme Garden