Atemoya 'Red Gefner' – 10" pot (24–48")

Atemoya 'Red Gefner' – 10" pot

Variety: 'Red Gefner' atemoya — a hybrid of sugar apple (Annona squamosa) and cherimoya (Annona cherimola).

• The fruit: reddish-skinned fruit with creamy white, very sweet and fragrant flesh. 'Gefner' is a selection prized for its quality and productivity.
• Ideal if: you want a productive, flavourful annona in a container, with an unusual fruit.
• Good to know: hand pollination improves fruit set. Harvest when the fruit starts to yield to gentle pressure.
• Size: small fruit tree with an open habit, prunes well in a container.
• Hardiness: not hardy; always protect from frost.
• Format received: 1 plant in a 10" pot.
• Availability: preorder, delivery or pickup in May–June 2027. Limited quantity.

Care sheet – Growing in Quebec

• Light: full sun, 6–8 hours a day.
• Soil: rich, well-draining potting mix.
• Watering: regular; do not let dry out completely.
• Fertilizer: balanced fertilizer every 2–3 weeks in season.
• Temperature: bring indoors before 5 °C; never any frost.
• Winter: very bright spot, reduced watering.