Jackfruit Tree (Artocarpus heterophyllus)
Jackfruit Tree – Grow the World’s Largest Tree-Borne Fruit
The Jackfruit Tree (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is one of the most remarkable edible plants you can grow—producing enormous, sweet fruit with a flavor that blends pineapple, mango, and banana, all from a single stunning tropical tree. With glossy evergreen foliage and fruit that can reach up to 80 pounds, this is a true statement tree for warm-climate gardens.
Available in 3-gallon, 3–4 ft., and 5–6 ft. sizes—choose the size that fits your space and timeline.
Why Gardeners Love the Jackfruit Tree:
- World-Record Fruit: The largest tree-borne fruit on earth—individual fruits can weigh up to 80 lbs.
- Exceptional Flavor: Sweet, tropical flesh with notes of pineapple, banana, and mango. Delicious fresh or cooked.
- Culinary Versatility: Ripe fruit is a tropical treat; unripe jackfruit is a popular plant-based meat substitute for curries, tacos, and more.
- Fast Producer: Can begin fruiting in as little as 3–4 years under ideal conditions.
- Evergreen Beauty: Glossy, deep-green foliage provides year-round tropical appeal.
Care at a Glance:
- Light: Full sun; at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Water: Regular watering during establishment; moderately drought-tolerant once mature.
- Soil: Well-draining soil rich in organic matter; avoid waterlogged conditions.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fruit tree fertilizer in spring and summer.
- Mature Size: Can reach 30–40 feet; prune to manage height in home gardens.
- Growing Zones: USDA Hardiness Zones 9–11 — thrives in warm, frost-free climates. Grow in a large container and overwinter indoors in cooler zones.
Pair with our Free Standing Planters for container growing, or add Metal Garden Edging to define your tropical garden bed.
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Jackfruit Tree – Grow the World’s Largest Tree-Borne Fruit
The Jackfruit Tree (Artocarpus heterophyllus) is one of the most remarkable edible plants you can grow—producing enormous, sweet fruit with a flavor that blends pineapple, mango, and banana, all from a single stunning tropical tree. With glossy evergreen foliage and fruit that can reach up to 80 pounds, this is a true statement tree for warm-climate gardens.
Available in 3-gallon, 3–4 ft., and 5–6 ft. sizes—choose the size that fits your space and timeline.
Why Gardeners Love the Jackfruit Tree:
- World-Record Fruit: The largest tree-borne fruit on earth—individual fruits can weigh up to 80 lbs.
- Exceptional Flavor: Sweet, tropical flesh with notes of pineapple, banana, and mango. Delicious fresh or cooked.
- Culinary Versatility: Ripe fruit is a tropical treat; unripe jackfruit is a popular plant-based meat substitute for curries, tacos, and more.
- Fast Producer: Can begin fruiting in as little as 3–4 years under ideal conditions.
- Evergreen Beauty: Glossy, deep-green foliage provides year-round tropical appeal.
Care at a Glance:
- Light: Full sun; at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Water: Regular watering during establishment; moderately drought-tolerant once mature.
- Soil: Well-draining soil rich in organic matter; avoid waterlogged conditions.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fruit tree fertilizer in spring and summer.
- Mature Size: Can reach 30–40 feet; prune to manage height in home gardens.
- Growing Zones: USDA Hardiness Zones 9–11 — thrives in warm, frost-free climates. Grow in a large container and overwinter indoors in cooler zones.
Pair with our Free Standing Planters for container growing, or add Metal Garden Edging to define your tropical garden bed.
