Anona (Annona cherimola) is an evergreen tree that belongs to the Annonaceae family. Anona is a valuable fruit crop that produces fruits with a pleasant taste and aroma.
Anona is native to tropical and subtropical regions, but it grows best in regions with warm, humid climates.

1. Variety selection
When choosing an anona variety, you need to consider the following factors:
- Purpose of cultivation. For cultivation as a fruit tree, varieties with high yields and good quality fruits are selected.
- Winter hardiness. Some varieties of anona can tolerate short-term frosts, while others require protection from the cold.

2. Soil preparation
Anona is a light-loving and moisture-loving plant, so to grow it you need to prepare a sunny and well-drained place.
The soil for planting anona must be fertile and neutral or slightly alkaline.

3. Landing
Anona seedlings are planted in the spring, when the threat of frost has passed.
Seedlings are planted in planting holes with a depth and diameter of 60-70 cm. A layer of drainage made of broken brick or crushed stone is poured into the planting hole, then a layer of fertile soil. The seedlings are planted so that the root collar is at soil level. After planting, the seedlings are watered abundantly.

4. Plant care
Anona is an unpretentious plant, but to obtain a good harvest the following measures must be taken:
- Watering. Anona is a moisture-loving plant, so it is necessary to water the plants regularly during the growing season. Water the plants 2-3 times a week, using 10-15 liters of water per 1 m².
- Feeding. During the period of active plant growth, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is carried out. The first feeding is carried out in the phase of 3-4 true leaves, the second - in the flowering phase, the third - in the fruiting phase.
- Trimming. To form the crown, anons carry out pruning. Pruning is carried out in the spring, before the buds open.
- Protection from pests and diseases. Anona is susceptible to various diseases and pests. To protect plants from pests and diseases, it is necessary to carry out preventive treatments.

5. Harvest
Anona begins to bear fruit 4-5 years after planting. Anona fruits ripen in October-November. The ripening of Anona fruits is determined by their characteristic color and softness. Anona fruits are collected by hand, cutting them off with the stalk.

6. Diseases and pests
Anona is susceptible to the following diseases:
- Cercospora
- Powdery mildew
- Scab
Anona is susceptible to the following pests:
- Aphids
- Anon scale insect
- Anon spider mite

Additional Tips
- To obtain an earlier harvest, anona can be grown as seedlings. Anona seedlings are grown at home or in greenhouses.
- To increase the yield of anona, you can grow it next to other crops that repel pests.

Notes
- To grow anona in open ground in regions with cold climates, it is necessary to choose frost-resistant varieties.
- To protect anona from pests and diseases, it is necessary to use insecticides and fungicides.
- To obtain a good harvest of anona, it is necessary to follow the watering and fertilizing regime.

**Features of growing anona in Thailand**

If you follow the agricultural techniques for growing anona, you can get a good harvest of tasty and healthy fruits.