Jackfruit ‘Orange Crush’
Orange Crush Jackfruit is a large evergreen fruit tree native to India known for its gigantic green, studded-exterior fruits filled with crunchy, deep orange pulp in composite pieces. This low latex Jackfruit variation is beloved for its mango-meets-banana, sweet flavor. Use it for a meat substitute, especially in recipes calling for pulled pork.
A member of the Moraceae (fig) family, it is related to Mulberries and Figs! Not only is the Jackfruit the largest fruit around, the tree is quite a towering canopy as well, growing as high as 80 ft. tall at a medium rate. This particular Jackfruit variety grows excellent quality, smaller packaged 20 lb fruits
Grafted and Ready to Produce!
Plant Type:
Tropical Evergreen Fruit Tree
Harvest Season:
Spring, Summer
Soil & Moisture:
Moist, rich, well-draining soil. Likes humid, tropical conditions and are very sensitive to drought and frost
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Self-Fertile:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Medium
Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 9-11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Propagation:
Our Jackfruit is grown from seed and graft and are capable of production with 3-4 years.
