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    Psidium cattleianum

    Also Known As

    • Cattely Guava
    • Strawberry Guava

    Plant type

    tree, shrub, fruit / vegetable

    size

    • H: 5'-25'
    • W: 3'-10'

    planting zones

    • 9b-11

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    Psidium cattleianum plant details

    Psidium cattleianum is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable, shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Psidium cattleianum

    Plant type: fruit / vegetable, shrub or tree
    Plant family: myrtaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 5 FT - 25 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring
    Uses: container plant, edible, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Psidium cattleianum

    USDA Zones: 9b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Guava, is the smaller and hardier cousin to the tropical Guava. Originally native to Brazil, this tree has become popular in many subtropical regions throughout the world. With thick and waxy evergreen leaves, the Strawberry Guava makes an attractive large bush or small tree, reaching up to between 8 and 10 feet in height. The fruit is high quality, having smaller and fewer seeds than the true Guava, with a similar flavor and texture. Cold hardy to zone 9a and above, or 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

    By: Wanderlust Nursery

    Dark red skinned guava, closely related to the common guava, with an excellent strawberry like flavor. Fruits are small, to 1.5", and the pulp is translucent and very juicy. It some varieties, the flesh is pleasantly sweet. Description: Small bush or tree to 5-25ft. Strawberry guava's are hardy to 22F when full grown. The strawberry guava is very adaptable and can be grown outdoors. It will fruit in a container almost anywhere if protected from hard freezes. Trees grow well in full sun and with ample water, although short periods of drought will not harm the plant. Lots of water is needed during fruit development and for proper ripening to occur.

    By: Florida Hill Nursery

    Gardening facts about Psidium cattleianum plant

    How to Grow Psidium cattleianum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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