Acheta,
So what is known about Annona species'/hybrids' resistence/susceptibility to soil-borne pathogens, including nematodes?
I have sandy soil that drains very well here in Tampa, zone 9b. But I still keep my Annonas in pots in case of an unexpected cold snap.
Paul M.
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I never have had an issue with nematodes? I have had issues with fig trees but I
add allot of organics to my trees and the good nematodes that eat the root eating nematodes
thrive in organic material. I have 2 sugarlatas. One I left in a pot until recently which is
3 feet after a growth spurt. The other is one I planted in the ground last year which
is the pictures I included. The trees really take off in the ground? I am in 9b in the
very southern part of 9b and usually stay above 30F. It can get cold here and one day
it will happen. Most of the annonas grow back if the exposure is brief. I also water heavy
the day before the cold and I stock a big supply of mulch which I would put around the
trunks. I haven't had to add mulch but I do water heavy the day before if it will be in
the 30s. If we were going to be in the low to mid 20s I would be scrambling. One other thing
you can consider is planting in a more protected area like the Southern side of your house.