Overview

Cultivate your own exotic fruits with this beautiful white guava tree live plant. Known for its sweet and aromatic fruit, the guava (Psidium guajava) is a delightful addition to any garden or patio. This particular variety produces succulent white guavas, prized for their unique flavor and smooth texture. Originating from tropical and subtropical regions, the guava tree is a robust and rewarding plant that can thrive in various settings with proper care. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting, growing guava at home offers the joy of fresh, homegrown fruit and a touch of the tropics right outside your door.

Our tropical guava plant arrives as a healthy, established live specimen, typically around 10 inches tall, ready to be planted and begin its journey of growth. Guava trees are not only producers of delicious fruit but also contribute to the aesthetic appeal of your space with their attractive foliage and occasional fragrant blooms. Discover the ease and satisfaction of growing guava at home with this vibrant live plant.

Key Benefits

Adding a white guava tree live plant to your collection offers a multitude of benefits, from fresh fruit to enhancing your garden’s biodiversity. This plant is a fantastic choice for those looking to enjoy homegrown produce and the beauty of a tropical specimen.

• Homegrown Sweet Fruit: Enjoy a continuous supply of fresh, sweet white guavas directly from your garden. These fruits are perfect for eating fresh, making juices, jams, or desserts, offering a healthy and delicious treat.
• Tropical Aesthetic Appeal: The lush green foliage and occasional delicate white flowers of the guava tree add a vibrant, tropical touch to any outdoor space, patio, or even a sunny indoor spot.
• Adaptable Growth: While ideally suited for tropical and subtropical climates, this guava tree live plant can be grown in containers and brought indoors during colder months, making it versatile for various climates.
• Nutrient-Rich Produce: Guavas are packed with vitamins, especially Vitamin C, and antioxidants, contributing to a healthy diet directly from your backyard.
• Relatively Low Maintenance: Once established, guava trees are known for their resilience and require moderate care, making them suitable for gardeners of different skill levels.
• Year-Round Fruiting Potential: In ideal conditions (USDA Zones 9-11), guava trees can produce fruit year-round, ensuring a consistent harvest of your favorite sweet guavas.
• Educational Experience: Provides a wonderful opportunity to learn about tropical fruit cultivation and the life cycle of a fruit-bearing plant, especially for families and children interested in gardening.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your white guava tree live plant is a rewarding experience that ensures a bountiful harvest of sweet fruit. Guava trees thrive in warm conditions and appreciate consistency in their environment. For optimal growth and fruiting, understanding their specific needs is crucial. This tropical guava plant prefers full sun exposure, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. If growing indoors, place it near a south-facing window or supplement with grow lights to ensure it receives adequate light. Outdoors, choose a spot that is sheltered from strong winds but still gets plenty of sun.

Watering should be moderate and consistent, especially during dry periods and when the plant is fruiting. The soil should be kept moist but never waterlogged, as this can lead to root rot. Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Guavas prefer well-drained soil; a sandy loam or a rich potting mix amended with organic matter works best. For outdoor planting, ensure good drainage to prevent water accumulation. This plant thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11, where it can be grown outdoors year-round. In cooler zones, it’s best grown in a container that can be moved indoors when temperatures drop below 40°F (4°C). Fertilize your guava tree live plant every 2-3 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or one formulated for fruit trees to encourage healthy growth and fruit production. Pruning can be done to maintain shape, remove dead branches, and promote air circulation, which helps prevent diseases. Watch out for common pests like aphids or fruit flies and treat them with organic insecticidal soaps if necessary. Proper care will ensure your tree produces delicious sweet guava fruit.

Size & Details

This white guava tree live plant typically arrives at approximately 10 inches in height, measured from the base of the pot to the top of the plant. It is established in a nursery pot, ready for transplanting into a larger container or directly into your garden. Guava trees are fast-growing and can reach heights of 10-20 feet in ideal outdoor conditions, though they can be kept smaller with regular pruning, especially when grown in containers. The plant will develop a spreading canopy, making it an attractive shade tree or a focal point in your landscape. You can expect the first blooms, which are typically white and fragrant, to appear in spring and early summer, eventually developing into the prized sweet guava fruit.

The fruit itself is round to oval, with a smooth, pale green to yellow skin when ripe, and a creamy white flesh inside. The growth rate is moderate, and with good care, your tree can begin producing fruit within 2-3 years, offering you the joy of growing guava at home. This plant is shipped as a healthy, actively growing specimen, ensuring a strong start in its new environment. Its compact size upon arrival makes it easy to handle and establish.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: This white guava tree live plant typically arrives around 10 inches tall. In optimal outdoor conditions, it can grow to 10-20 feet, but it can be maintained at a smaller size through pruning, especially when grown in containers.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: This tropical guava plant is best suited for outdoor growing in USDA Zones 9-11. In cooler climates, it can be grown outdoors during warm months and brought indoors as a potted plant when temperatures drop.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: A guava tree requires full sun exposure, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day, to thrive and produce abundant fruit.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Guava trees are considered relatively easy to care for once established. They require consistent watering, well-drained soil, and adequate sunlight. It’s a great choice for those interested in growing guava at home.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your guava tree live plant will arrive as a healthy, actively growing specimen in a nursery pot, carefully packaged to ensure its safe journey to your home.
• Q: How long until it blooms and fruits? A: With proper care, your guava tree can start blooming in spring and early summer, and you can typically expect it to begin producing sweet guava fruit within 2-3 years of planting.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: This guava tree thrives in USDA Zones 9-11. If you are in a colder zone, you will need to protect it from frost by bringing it indoors or providing adequate winter protection.
• Q: What’s the best soil type for this guava tree? A: Guava trees prefer well-drained soil. A sandy loam or a high-quality potting mix enriched with organic matter is ideal for optimal growth and fruit production.
• Q: Can I grow this plant in a small garden or on a patio? A: Yes, this white guava tree live plant is perfect for growing in small gardens or in large containers on patios. Regular pruning can help manage its size and shape.
• Q: What are the benefits of eating white guava fruit? A: White guavas are rich in Vitamin C, dietary fiber, and antioxidants, making them a healthy and delicious addition to your diet. They are known to support immune health and digestion.