Super Fast Growers - Capulin Cherry & Jamun/Duhat/Java Plum Trees
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- čas přidán 7. 09. 2024
- 3/10/2022 - Capulin Cherry and Jamun (aka Duhat/Java Plum), two of the fastest growing tropical fruit trees that do very well in California's Central Valley.
We had these trees in Mexico. Good childhood memories
That’s awesome. Fruits are one of the things that instantly bring back memories.
I love your topical garden ❤
Thank you. This was an old video. My little tropical fruit forest has changed a lot since.
You are doing great job 👏 🎉
Thank you.
Always enjoy the videos. Thank you.
You’re very welcome.
I have a jamun tree in my backyard in San Diego and it has been really good, so many big juicy jamuns
That’s awesome. It probably thrives in your climate.
excellent video. your trees look amazing and i learned so much from this video! i just ordered a 2 yo Jamun.
That’s awesome. They really are easy to grow, in just about any climate, provided it doesn’t get too cold.
Thank you for your kindness
You’re very welcome.
Ahh jamun! Truly unique floral taste that you never forget once you’ve had it. Grew up eating these in Bangladesh. She’s often on my mind , but hope to get her in my arms soon! 😁
Agreed. Although they are native to the Philippines, I know they grow wild in the Central Asia region. Just like the Moringa, it’s a very productive tree.
Thank you for posting this video.. Always enjoy it from sunny South Africa.
Currrently I am seeking a video on pruning a java plum and none exist on the internet
You’re very welcome.
There’s really not much to it. When I pruned mine, I simply removed any inward branches to promote airflow as well as removing any “redundant” branches.
Thinking of visiting LA soon. Thank you
You’re very welcome.
The capulin cherries are very, very good when dead ripe. It's a rum cherry and those are the best of the wild cherries. Spanish took the cherry everywhere, and now in Equator, they have a variety that's as large as a small plum. Mine is the old Aztec variety but it produces very well. Only thing, if we get wind storms (south central Arizona) it knocks the cherries off. good video and thank you.
Thank you. My only challenge seems to be with the birds as they take them before I get a chance.
@@TropicalCentralValley Our friendly enemy, the feathered fiends. When we plant seeds, they line up on power wires to watch and discuss who eats what at the feast. Put in plants and they pull them up hoping for something to eat. Best bet, sur, is stakes and bird netting for the trees. and, of course, a good bird bath where they can meet and discuss strategies. Thorn brush is sued to keep the dog from 'wrestling' with new fruit trees. Happy Spring!
Thanks for the tips. In my case, I prefer not to create a barrier as they do take care of any insect pests. As the tree grows, it’ll produce way more fruits than I can consume, so sharing them with the animals is a win-win.
The leaves are huge on your Jamun, a great looking tree 🤩
Thank you. The foliage on the jamun always looks impressive.
Wow, you're really amazing. The information is so valuable. jamun tree. My parents been trying to grow it here in lathrop California were zone 9B. It is huge right now but no fruit.
Thank you. Even if grafted, the Jamun tree will take at least 6 years before it bears fruit.
While walking to library, saw a tree that looks similar to your Capulin Cherry, has droopy limbs, a little like a weeping willow, same flower raceme, and is ~10'. Wonder if can propagate as stems growing across sidewalk. It doesnt look great this year as has yellow spots on leaves .
That’s awesome.
From what I’m told, it may be propagated from cuttings, though, I have not personally tried.
Alternatively, every once in a while, your local Lowe’s or Home Depot may carry them. I have seen a few Capulin Cherry trees at my Lowe’s.
Going to LA Mimosa nursery tomorrow. Looking for 2 new loquat varieties to go with our Big Jim
That’s awesome. Loquats are one of the few tropical that fruit earlier and does quite well in cooler climate.
I had a capulin cherry years ago and did not care for the taste of the fruit so I took it out and replaced it with a fig tree which I enjoy eating more. As far as the Jamun tree never heard of it until I looked at your video. I googled for information and by the description on the internet I would not bother planting it. I guess it always comes down to a persons taste and what they enjoy eating.
Taste is subjective. You can’t really go wrong with figs.
Hello,
Thanks for the video. Would you pls let me know how to plant, fertilizer, watering and winter protection for capulin cherry and duhat tree. I live in Tracy, California. I have a Jamun and Capulin cherry in a 15 gallon pot. Need to plant them. Pls suggest. Thanks in advance.
Yes, I have made other videos dedicated to the topic of watering and fertilizing tropical fruit trees.
As for winter and more importantly, summer protection, non are needed.
Great video. Please let me know how is the capulin cherry fruit taste like? Awaiting for your reply. Thanks.
It’s going great. The tree has triples the size and height since this video.
As for the taste, the small fruits are sweet and delicious, especially when fully ripe.
Great, I will purchase a plant this weekend. Thanks for information!
You’re very welcome. I would also recommend looking at the Jamun, also known as a duhat or Java Plum. It grows super fast, and tastes delicious.
I will take a look into it. Thank you!
You’re very welcome.
Would love to see an update on the Capulib Cherry. There is little to no youtube content on the tree, its growth rate, fruiting rate, soil tolerances, etc.
My Capulin Cherry tree is doing awesome. As expected, handles the frost without any damage to the foliage.
The tree itself grows insanely fast, its approaching 18 feet tall now, and it’s only a few years old since planted in the ground.
It handles my hard clay soil without any issues, though, as with all of my tropical fruit trees, I do amend the soil when planting.
In my climate, it flowers and sets fruit once per year. My tree started producing fruits the second year it was in the ground. Its a very heavy producer of fruits, though, the birds will likely get to most of them, particularly near the top.
@@TropicalCentralValleyWhat months can you harvest the cherries?
Generally end of May to July, depending on the heat.
@@TropicalCentralValley thank you
You’re very welcome.
How's the cherry tree doing. Also how does the fruit taste in comparison to a regular cherry
It’s doing great. It’s about twice the size now since the video.
From the taste, it has a “weird” but pleasant tropical taste. If you had a Surinam cherry, you’ll know what I’m talking about.
Hi. So happy I found your video! I googled "will a Capulin Cherry grow in clay soil?" and your video was in the top results. I'm in zone 9B with very clay soil. I've been mixing in fast acting gypsum in the bottom of the holes I'm digging for trees bc I'm afraid my soil is not well-draining enough. Water will sit sometimes for 24 to 48 hours in dug holes. If you have clay soil, what are your tips for creating a successful soil bed for your trees? Thank you! So happy I found your channel.
Thank you. The best method, though a bit slow is to apply a generous layer of mulch (primarily wood chip) on top of your native soil. As the fungus breaks down the mulch, it releases nutrient into the soil. This process may take half a year or more. The mulch also provides a nice living environment for many insects and worms. As your yard attracts worms, they naturally work your soil with hundreds/thousands of worm tunnels. This aids in drainage and aeration.
In my yard, at any given time, I have about a foot of mulch which I continuously reapply annually.
I made a video covering this topic:
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How are your June Plums? Do they do well in the central valley? Thanks!
My June Plum is fairly new, just having been upsized to a larger container recently.
It seems to be able to handle our direct summer sun without issues. My understanding is, the tree can be a bit frost sensitive.
What zone are you in. And how much do you water in the summer
USDA Zone 9b
How to Water Your Tropical Fruit Trees ( DO NOT DEEP WATER )
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Just curious, how far away is your Java Plum from your house?
It’s a good distance, about 20 feet. It’s planted right in the middle of the yard.
Have you tried the capulin cherries yet? How do they taste? Just got one.
I personally like the fruits.
My only complaints, the fruits are small, almost tiny, so you’ll need to collect many to make it a substantial feast.
Concerning collecting of the fruits, due to the super growing nature of the tree, many of the fruits are near the taller branches. It makes it difficult to harvest.
@@TropicalCentralValley Makes sense - thank you!
You’re very welcome.
My jamun tree is not growing taller. The height is the same for 2 years now. The good thing is that it has new leaves but I don’t see it growing any taller. Any suggestions?
Assuming it’s not grafted, it may simply be focusing on its root establishments. My loquat does this, then explodes in growth in year 3-4.
My grafted jamun started growing exponentially from year one when placed in the ground.
If yours is grafted, try increasing your fertilizing your schedule, particularly with nitrogen.
@@TropicalCentralValley I am not sure if it was grafted or not. I bought it from a store here in Phoenix ie shamus O’Leary
It’s hard to say, but as long as it’s not showing any signs of decline, I would keep doing what you’re doing.
Update on this cappulin tree please fruit 🍎 this year?
It actually succumbed to the frost.
Just kidding! My Capulin cherry tree is performing awesome. Loaded with fruits, though still green and not ripen yet.
It’s one of these trees that is practically bulletproof in cold and hot climates.
Have your Jamun flowered yet? I have one, not sure if its a seedling or what, bought it as 3ft tall, now it's 20ft and has not flower. 3 years old. Some say can takes up to 10+ years. :(
Not yet. Although mine is a grafted tree, they will take about 5 years before producing fruits.
I too have seen folks saying if grown from seed, it may take 10-15 years before the tree produces fruit.
Hi I am a fan of your channel. I am interested and inspired by you to grow a tropical garden. I am in zone 9B. Could you pls tell me where can I buy a air layered or grafted jamun /duhat plant? Thank you 🙏
Thank you. If you’re near or have plans to stop by the Los Angeles region, there’s actually a good number of tropical fruit tree nurseries down there. I have seen them in Mimosa, Emily and Champa nurseries.
I bought a jamun plant from Etsy.
That’s awesome. They also germinate extremely easily from seed, if you’re able it obtain the fresh fruits or seeds.
Do you have any Jujubee, and so, how did they do during the winter?
I do. I have the following varieties: GA-866, Sugarcane, Lang and Green Indian Thornless.
Almost all jujubes trees, except the Green Indian Thornless becomes deciduous during winter. They all have no problem with our winter or summer.
Is this one type or variety of cherry??
Yes, the Capulin Cherry is a tropical cherry.
I called Champa nursery and they don’t carry it. I called Mimosa nursery and they said no more. Do you know any other places who sell it?
I got mine from Mimosa Nursery several years back. I know Emily Garden Nursery once in a while carries them. If able to, I’d wait until spring, around April, that’s when many of the tropical fruit tree nurseries stock up on their inventory.
Also, the tree goes by many names too. It may be that the nursery was unaware of the name.
It goes by Java Plum, Jamun and Duhat.
Hello
Where can I buy a grafted jamun duhat tree? Pls give me couple places to buy. Thank you
If you’re nearing the Los Angeles region, there’s a good number of tropical fruit tree nurseries in the area that carrie them.
Bear in mind, even if grafted, it’ll still take a long, long time before the tree will produce fruits.
ty for the video, so if i know somebody who has a duhat tree? how can i plant one, do i need to do it from seed?
The Duhat tree propagates easily from cuttings. They also germinate easily from seeds as well.
The only downside, regardless of the method of propagation is that it does take the tree a very, very long time before it produces fruits.
Can you grow this in pots?
Technically, yes, though I would not recommend it as their roots will outgrow the container too quickly.
Is this sweet like regular bing cherries 🍒
It is, however, it doesn’t have the intense sweetness of some cherries. I would describe it as being mildly sweet
Where you located? I’m planting right now hopefully it grow good .I’m in Florida
I’m in California‘a Central Valley, specifically the city of Visalia.
I’m in California‘a Central Valley, specifically the city of Visalia.
Specific to your climate, I was in Kissimmee just last week. Almost all tropical fruit trees, including the Capulin and Jamun trees should do very well there as you have the preferred temperature and humidity.
Do you graft any plants and sale?
Unfortunately, I do not sell any of my tropicals. If you’re near the Los Angeles region, there’s actually a number of tropical fruit tree nurseries in the area.
Yea. I live in Fresno. Thank for the info.
How does your Cherimoya do in the 110 degrees?
All of mine are fine. One tree did get some sun damage to some of its leaves, however, it was due to my inconsistent watering practices.
@@TropicalCentralValley thanks so much for responding and even better to hear they don't mind the heat. Online it says they don't like it so I got a bit worried.
The foliage of the cherimoya trees can get quite large. This enables the tree to efficiently transpire (sweat) when the temperature gets hot. You’ll want to ensure the tree is properly hydrated during the summer seasons.
Could you recommend what type of soil is needed? My dad uses mostly sandy soil
Luckily both trees aren’t too picky about their soil. Sandy soil works perfectly fine, however, you’ll have to water it more often due to the drainage.
Hi just subscribed to your channel. I live in Cerritos zone 10b. We have Gary's Best Gardening channel for our local climate. Have you ever seen his channel ? Both of you have expert knowledge. Mon it crucial
Thank you. I’m a huge fan of Gary’s live streams. He’s my go to source for all things soil.
I am nowhere near where Gary is in levels of expertise, instead, I just try my best not to kill my tropical as I really enjoy the fruits.
Unfortunately, much of Gary’s information is not applicable to my climate due to the intense winters and summers of the Central Valley.
How can I get capulin from you if I am 2 states east of you?
Unfortunately, I do not sell any of my tropicals. I know there are some merchants online that offers them, including seeds, though I do not have any recommendations.