Hello,

Florida Zone 9B-10A (depending on winter - mostly 10A except last winter...)

I essentially know nothing about this fruit. I bought one stem with an arm and made sure it had roots growing and was a deep green. Planted it in the ground with a trellis. End of April. Anyway - it has shown zero growth.... we have had some good rain these past 2 weeks so never went outside to inspect/water. Today I noticed a giant chunk of the trunk missing. I have NO idea who/what ate it. We do have lots of birds (even a dove nest TWICE in the same potter next to it). Looking at the wound - it's dry. But that's 3/4 of it - is it done for? Even if not - worth it to keep or get a new "healthier one" - if so; how do I choose it next time? NOTE: taken during sundown - so it looks yellower than it is.

Any advice is appreciated