Spanish Qashta seedlings or Shireemoya

Seedlings approximately 30 cm long This fruit is known as custard apple (Annona cherimola) or cherimoya, and it is a tropical fruit with a smooth green skin depending on the variety. It features a creamy white pulp. Information about custard apple: • Scientific name: Annona cherimola • Origin: Andes mountain regions in South America (Peru and Ecuador) • Taste: Sweet and creamy, combining flavors of banana, pineapple, and strawberry • Health benefits: • Rich in antioxidants, such as vitamin C • Contains fiber that promotes digestive health • Contributes to strengthening immunity and improving heart health • Consumption: • Eaten fresh by cutting and removing the seeds • Can be used in juices and desserts How to cultivate a custard apple (cherimoya) tree 1. Suitable climate and soil • Climate: • Grows best in warm, moderate climates, such as tropical and subtropical areas • Tolerates temperatures between 15 - 30°C, but not severe frost • Soil: • Prefers fertile, well-drained soil • Preferably sandy or light clay soil with a pH between 6 - 7.5 • Avoid salty or heavy soils that retain water for long periods 2. Watering and fertilization • Watering: • Needs moderate watering, avoiding waterlogging • Deep watering once or twice a week is preferred, with increased watering during summer and reduced in winter • Fertilization: • Preferably use organic fertilizer at the beginning of planting to improve soil fertility • Use NPK 10-10-10 fertilizer every two months during the growing season • Calcium and magnesium can be added to enhance fruit quality 3. Pruning and tree care • The tree should be pruned regularly to remove dead branches and stimulate the growth of fruitful branches • It is preferable to keep the tree at a height of no more than 3 - 4 meters for easier harvesting • Sticky traps can be used to control pests like whiteflies 4. Fruiting and harvesting • The custard apple tree begins to bear fruit after 3 - 5 years of planting • Fruits usually ripen between late summer and early winter • Harvest the fruits when the skin turns light green and feels slightly soft when pressed