Scientific name: Diospyros blancoi
Tropical fruit tree in the Ebenaceae family, close relative of persimmon and black sapote. Round apple-sized fruits covered in orange-brown velvety fuzz, with creamy-white flesh that is sweet and aromatic, tasting like a mix of cheese, banana and apple. Large glossy foliage — impressive ornamental tree even when not bearing fruit
2000 ₪
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Mabolo (Velvet Apple) (Diospyros blancoi) — Tropical fruit tree in the Ebenaceae family, close relative of persimmon and black sapote. Round apple-sized fruits covered in orange-brown velvety fuzz, with creamy-white flesh that is sweet and aromatic, tasting like a mix of cheese, banana and apple. Large glossy foliage — impressive ornamental tree even when not bearing fruit
During the first two years water regularly — 2–3 times a week in summer, and in winter according to rainfall and soil moisture, letting the top layer dry between waterings. Established trees need less frequent irrigation. Good drainage matters most: standing water at the roots is more harmful than under-watering.
Protect young plants from frost with fleece, mulch, or by growing them in a container that can be moved to a sheltered spot. Mature trees are more resilient; in colder areas plant in a wind-sheltered corner.
Time to fruiting depends on plant size and propagation method: grafted plants fruit earlier than seedlings. Buying a larger, developed plant shortens the wait considerably. Regular watering, seasonal fertilizing, and correct placement have the greatest influence on first flowering.
You can buy Mabolo (Velvet Apple) plants directly at Fill the Land nursery, 27 HaSe'ora St, Tzrufa, with nationwide shipping. Details and ordering: https://malo-et-haaretz.com/en/plant/diospyros-blancoi.