Growing Guide: Nance

Plant Type:
Tropical / Subtropical Evergreen Fruit Tree

Harvest Season:
Summer, Fall

Mature Size:
15-30 ft on average, but up to 50 ft outdoors in tropical regions.  Nance is very well-suited for container growing

Soil & Moisture:
Valued for their drought resistant properties, the trees thrive in both tropical and subtropical climates and prefer sandy and rocky soils

Light Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Shade

Self-Fertile:
Yes

Growth Rate:
Very Fast

Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 9-11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+

It is highly drought-tolerant, but not very cold hardy.  If you're planning to grow Nance in a cooler climate, over-winter indoors if possible.

Propagation:
Medium Pot Size: Grown from seed, capable of harvest within 2-3 years.
Large Pot Size: More mature tree, capable to produce within 2-3 years.