Breadfruit is fast growing in favorable conditions, growing 0.5–1.5 m (1.7–4.8 ft) per year and to a diameter of close to 1 m (3.3 ft) in the first 10–12 years. Small branches often die back at the tip after fruiting, but new shoots and branches continue to develop throughout the life of the tree.

How long does it take for a breadfruit tree to bear?

Breadfruit plants start to bear fruit 2 – 3 years after planting and can continue production for more than twenty years.

How much space does a breadfruit tree need?

The site for your breadfruit should be sunny and have space for a tree, that with careful pruning, you can keep to about 15-20 feet tall and 15-20 feet wide. Look up and make sure buildings, other trees or electric wires are not in the way of the future tree canopy.