{"title":"Jackfruit","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"jackfruit-seedling-amber","title":"Jackfruit Seedling (Amber)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJackfruit have the largest of all tree fruits and the second largest of all fruits after the giant pumpkin. It is a sweet and tasty relative of the Breadfruit, hugely popular and widespread throughout south Asia, south east Asia, tropical Australia and the Pacific.  Mature trees are tolerant of light frosts and have demonstrated success outdoors in the warmer parts of the Mediterranean with some protection. And ditto here in NZ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 'Amber' cultivar has little latex and fruits relatively quickly compared to some others. The lovely \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep apricot colour (rather than yellow-to-orange) of the flesh gives this variety its name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"AZ EDIBLES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44263743684759,"sku":"","price":76.4,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2828\/4311\/files\/IMG_1522.jpg?v=1721628937"},{"product_id":"jackfruit-amber-seedling","title":"Jackfruit 'Amber' Seedling","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a seedling of the Australian 'Amber' variety which is known to produce very good seedlings similar to its parent. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange (amber) coloured flesh\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm texture, neither dry nor sloppy.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-tier, bubblegum-like flavour.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown for producing high quality fruit from seed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am happy to give any advice needed and will supply growing recommendations. These are currently being grown in an Auckland greenhouse so should be either put inside, in a greenhouse (unheated will do), or outside in a location sheltered from excess rain.\u003cbr\u003eMove the plant outside to a sunny location for Spring and it will grow rapidly. Always protect young seedlings from the risk of frost. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJackfruit are known to grow well on the warmer side of the North Island and I am aware of trees fruiting in Tauranga, Auckland, Whangarei and of course the Far North. If you are in a colder area then it is best to keep these grown in a container but otherwise should be suitable to plant in the ground (in a well draining spot) after a couple years of container growing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe main key to their survival is to protect from frost and make sure their roots aren't saturated over winter, much like growing an avocado. They may not grow to type but are generally very similar to their parent. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ACE TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45335827153047,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2828\/4311\/files\/2085140604.jpg?v=1743022392"},{"product_id":"jackfruit-kyogle-gold-seedling","title":"Jackfruit 'Kyogle Gold' Seedling","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tree is grown from seed of a Kyogle Gold variety from Australia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces medium-sized fruit\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft flesh type (not dry\/crunchy)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBubblegum flavour\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolden coloured\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants are approximately 30-40cm above the soil in PB5 or pots.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first photo is an example from Daleys of what this variety looks like and the rest of the photos show what size tree to expect (looking highly similar or larger). Jackfruit do not always grow true from seed but are generally very close. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJackfruit requires a frost-free and well-draining location, whether that be in the ground in the North Island or in a container anywhere that is protected from frosts and excess rain. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ACE TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45335827775639,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2828\/4311\/files\/2085138560.jpg?v=1743022412"},{"product_id":"jackfruit-yellow-seedling","title":"Jackfruit 'Yellow' Seedling","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the typical yellow jackfruit commonly found in markets. It is not a named selection but from small-medium sized good tasting fruit, also being our cheapest jackfruit seedling. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow flesh\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrunchy texture\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnknown variety origin, seed collected from approx. 8 kilo fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants are approximately 20-30cm above the PB3 bags.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am happy to give any advice needed and will supply growing recommendations. These are currently being grown in an Auckland greenhouse so should be either put inside, in a greenhouse (unheated will do), or outside in a location sheltered from excess rain. Move the plant outside to a sunny location for Spring and it will grow rapidly. Always protect young seedlings from the risk of frost. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJackfruit are known to grow well on the warmer side of the North Island and I am aware of trees fruiting in Tauranga, Auckland, Whangarei and of course the Far North. If you are in a colder area then it is best to keep these grown in a container but otherwise should be suitable to plant in the ground (in a well draining spot) after a couple years of container growing. The main key to their survival is to protect from frost and make sure their roots aren't saturated over winter, much like growing an avocado. Seedlings do not always grow true to type but are generally very similar. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ACE TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45335829348503,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2828\/4311\/files\/693.png?v=1743022456"},{"product_id":"jackfruit-black-gold-seedling-medium","title":"Jackfruit 'Black Gold' Seedling (Medium)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Australian black gold variety has a small-sized fruit with delicious, bubblegum tasting golden flesh that has a firm texture (halfway between soft and crunchy). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Gold is reportedly more cold tolerant than other jackfruit types, and is known to be an early season producer more suitable for subtropical climates.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm texture, neither dry or sloppy.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong bubblegum flavour.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown outside for the past two winters, never been in a heated greenhouse.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDwarf growth habit, bushing out rather than growing straight up. Recommended height of 2x2m.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralia origin.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants are currently around 30+cm and over a year old.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJackfruit requires a frost-free and well-draining location, whether that be in the ground in the North Island or in a container anywhere that is protected from frosts and excess rain. They do not always grow true to type but generally retain their parents characteristics. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ACE TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45335831249047,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2828\/4311\/files\/1982889714_660356cb-25c8-4dd0-84c7-934b78319122.jpg?v=1743022523"},{"product_id":"jackfruit-gold-nugget-seedling-medium","title":"Jackfruit 'Gold Nugget' Seedling (Medium)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a seedling of the Gold Nugget cultivar originating from Australia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDwarf\/compact growth habit compared to other types.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm golden flesh, neither crunchy nor sloppy.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruits average around 3-4kg, which is ideal in the NZ climate.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong bubblegum, fruity flavour.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlants are approximately 30+cm above the soil and over a year old.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am happy to give any advice needed and will supply growing recommendations. These are currently being grown outside in Auckland and are fine outside over the winter, provided there is no frost or protection is provided. Eventually they will be suitable for planting in the ground for the warmer parts of the country and container growing elsewhere. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood drainage is required if you intend on planting these in the ground in future. Jackfruit may not grow true to type from seed but are generally very similar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ACE TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45335831675031,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2828\/4311\/files\/2085136020_050a4f68-4606-401d-9a63-8731aa9b895f.jpg?v=1743022533"}],"url":"https:\/\/junglestory.co.nz\/hi\/collections\/jackfruit.oembed","provider":"Jungle Story ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}