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Black Chilean Guava

Scientific Name: Ugni myricoides

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 2'-6'
W: 2'-6'

planting zones

9a-10b

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Black Chilean Guava plant details

Black Chilean Guava is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Black Chilean Guava

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: myrtaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Black Chilean Guava

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This somewhat mysterious plant is a close cousin to the less uncommon Chilean Guava, Ugni molinae native to southern Chile. The Black Chilean Guava is purported to be native to much of Central America and western South America, although its actual native range is probably unknown. What we know for sure is that this plant can be found in the high elevations of Panama, where it grows alongside alpine plants including Fuchsia microphylla. We’re excited to be able to offer seeds for this rare fruiting plant for a very limited time. If you want to try something new, why not try Black Chilean Guava along with us? Cold hardiness unknown, although likely frost tolerant.