A: From planting, ice cream bean tree should fruit within 3 years.
The Ice Cream bean tree grows very quickly, usually fruiting within three years of germination. It typically reaches heights of 17 meters and develops a broad spreading canopy, ideal for shading other crops and landscaping.
The ice cream bean tree (Inga edulis) thrives in the warm temperatures found in USDA plant hardiness zones 9 through 11. As well as warm temperatures, you'll need a location with sunlight most of the day and well-drained soil.
The plant can grow in a container, although you won't get as many pods. It won't need any nitrogen fertilizer, but it will benefit from potassium additives, especially if it's dropping leaves. It can be pruned to be kept low, but be careful of cutting too much. A few branches should be left alone.. . . . .364011236066!]0000000000000009783314146717!]
