The Viral Costco Fruit Salad Tree Grows 3 Different Fruits—and Shoppers Are Racing to Find One
One tree, three fruits—discover why this $84 Costco find has gardeners buzzing with excitement
Key Takeaways
- Costco's $84 seasonal fruit salad tree grows fruits in the peach family.
- The tree is able to produce multiple fruits, thanks to a process known as grafting.
- Another popular retailer is selling its own version of the viral tree.
Good news for people who love whipping up fruit salads in the warmer months! Costco is selling a tree that grows three different fruits, perfect for whipping up a colorful salad. If you absolutely adore the idea, you’re not alone. The viral find has prompted many shoppers to hunt for one near them. Wondering what makes this Costco fruit salad tree so special? Keep reading to learn more about the quirky tree and the alternative option you may be able to buy at another retailer.
What is a Costco fruit salad tree?
Every spring, Costco warehouses are filled with a variety of garden items, including live plants. But one in particular is making waves this month: a fruit salad tree! This seasonal tree is unique in that it features multiple fruits within the same family—all in one tree.
For this particular variety, expect to get a mix of peaches, nectarines, plums or apricots. It’s a fun way to get to grow and sample several varieties without the need to plant multiple trees.
These trees do best in full sun, but they’re also advertised as being cold hardy, which is good news for anyone who lives in colder climates. You won’t have to worry about its health even when winter arrives!
How do fruit salad trees work?
These 3-in-1 fruit trees aren’t new to the gardening world—they’ve been a favorite in landscaping projects for years! The credit goes to a process known as grafting, which is the act of physically joining two or more plants together. It’s typically done for plants that are difficult to produce from seedings or cuttings, but the technique may also be used to create stronger root systems or produce dwarf varieties of plants.
Grafting can’t just be done with any plants, however. The plants must be closely related in the botanical family to ensure a union that will thrive. That’s why you will typically see it with certain fruit families like apples or shrubs like rose of Sharon that produce several colors of flowers.
What shoppers are saying about the viral tree
A savvy shopper recently spotted the new trees at her local Costco store and shared the find on social media. The greenery quickly went viral, but people are divided on whether or not they would like one for their own yard.
“I learned about fruit salad trees a few years ago,” commented one shopper. “They are so unique! I’d love one.”
Others were largely opposed to the idea, often because they had poor experiences growing 3-in-1 trees. But some customers were simply unimpressed by the $83.99 price tag shown in the video.
“For that price, I’d rather buy three trees!” replied a commenter.
Where to buy a fruit salad tree
Looking to snatch up your own fruit salad tree? Your best bet is to head to your local Costco and see if they’re in stock! As of now, the trees aren’t available on the retailer’s website, so it’s likely that they are still rolling them out to various stores around the U.S. and Canada.
If you can’t wait to get one, you may be able to find a great deal at your local Home Depot store. Multiple shoppers have spotted their nearest store selling a “fruit cocktail” tree for $79.99, which features plums, nectarines, apricots and peaches.
No matter which variety you choose to buy, you’ll have delicious, fresh fruit to enjoy all season long!
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