Durian — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Durio zibethinus |
|---|---|
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 1825–3650 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 914.4–1524 |
| Mature height (cm) | 914.4–2438.4 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 609.6–1219.2 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | High |
| Sowing method | Transplant |
Growing directions
Durian demands deep, fertile, well-drained soil, high humidity, and temperatures between 75°F and 95°F year-round; it is the most climate-specific of the major tropical fruits and can only be grown outdoors in the most tropical parts of the continental United States (extreme south Florida). Flowers open at night and are primarily bat-pollinated, so maintain nearby native habitat and avoid pesticide applications at dusk; hand-pollination improves set in enclosed settings. Fruit develops over 3–5 months and the spiny husk is potentially dangerous — trees should be netted and fruit harvested from the ground after it falls naturally. The ripe flesh has a rich custard flavor with a pungent sulfurous aroma that intensifies rapidly after harvest; consume or freeze within 24–48 hours.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0