Growing Custard Apple (Annona) in Florida
Can you grow Custard Apple (Annona) in Florida? Well suited. Season ~26.9°C, rainfall ~1688 mm, winter low ~5.6°C. Soil, climate and ROI data.
Decision snapshot
Regional screening evidenceScreening answer: Well suited
Scope: This page assesses agronomic suitability. It does not determine whether cultivation is legal. Check current national, state, and local rules before planting.
- Observed region
- Florida
- Climate window
- Open-Meteo archive, 2021–2023 daily data
- Resolution
- Representative regional centroid, not a field survey
Assumptions, fit-shortfall, and next checks
A representative centroid and regional climate window cannot establish parcel soil, water access, elevation, infrastructure, labour, contracts, or local farm-gate economics. Use this page to identify the next question, then verify local evidence before committing capital.
Market Demand — Custard Apple (Annona)
Global consumption & trade · FAO 2010–2023Is Custard Apple (Annona) viable in Florida?
Custard Apple (Annona) is well suited to Florida: growing-season temperatures (~26.9°C) and rainfall (~1688 mm) fall within its 14–27°C range. Custard Apple (Annona) (Fruits & Stimulants, perennial) performs best around 14 - 27 °C with a seasonal water requirement of 700 mm / season. Run a coordinate-level audit for mapped field-level estimates and local risk context.
Growing Custard Apple (Annona) in Florida: what to expect
Florida is wetter (~1688 mm/yr) than Custard Apple (Annona)'s ~700 mm need — prioritise good drainage to avoid waterlogging and root disease. Custard Apple (Annona) can be established year-round in Florida's frost-free climate, ideally at the start of the wet season.
Soil and climate requirements for Custard Apple (Annona)
Compare mapped conditions for a selected field with the crop-profile requirements below before making a planting decision.
| Parameter | Custard Apple (Annona) Requirement |
|---|---|
| Soil pH | 4.5 - 8 |
| Water Requirement | 700 mm / season |
| Optimal Temperature | 14 - 27 °C |
| Waterlogging Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Nitrogen Demand | Moderate |
Reference yield and price range
The figures below are crop-profile reference values, not a field-specific yield or profit forecast. Local costs, grade, packout and buyer terms still need to be entered or verified.
| Metric | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Reference yield per hectare | 10 t/ha |
| Reference yield per acre | 4.05 t/acre |
| Market Price | $1,500 - $3,000 / t |
| Estimated Gross Revenue | $22,500 / Hectare |
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