Casimiroa, also called white sapote or Mexican apple, is an evergreen small to medium tree, growing to approximately 5 meters high and 5 meters wide. Ideal as a stand-alone tree in the corner of the garden, a specimen lawn tree, or can also be espaliered or try pleaching (Hedge on stilts).

Casimiroa is believed to be one of the heaviest-bearing of all fruiting trees. A healthy mature tree can produce up to 1000 fruit per year. Highly nutritious and rich in vitamins, including A and C. Pick fruit while firm and changing colour from green to a lighter green. The skin is paper thin, so hand-pick. Casimiroa is frequently combined with milk to produce ice creams, milkshakes or pies. With added lemon or lime juice, the fruit makes good jelly and also sherbets.

Casimiroa prefers a sunny position and will grow in most soils, including clay, but perform best in well-drained soil. Protect from heavy frost when young. They require less fertiliser than Citrus, but an annual Dolomite application is beneficial. Summer pruning might be required to control whippy growth.