Mature Fruiting Guava Tree in Sack
A guava tree is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree that produces fragrant, edible fruit and has attractive peeling bark, dark green oval leaves, and white flowers. It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and hot, tropical climates, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. The tree is relatively fast-growing, and the fruit is rich in vitamin C, used in jams, jellies, and juices, and the leaves can be brewed into a tea.
All of the Trees available are ready to be planted into ground for bigger harvest.
Appearance and characteristics
* Form: Guava trees are typically fast-growing shrubs that can be shaped into small trees reaching up to 20 feet tall.
* Leaves: The leaves are oval-shaped, tapering at the end, with a dark green color and deep veins.
* Bark:The bark is often tan or brown and peels off in large, thin flakes, giving it an attractive, multi-colored appearance.
* Flowers: Small, white flowers with a large number of stamens appear on young branches.
* Fruit: The fruit is round or pear-shaped, typically 2.5 to 10 cm long, with green or yellow skin and creamy white, pink, or yellow flesh when ripe.
** Growing conditions
* Climate: Guavas are tropical and sub-tropical plants that prefer hot summers and cool winters. They are sensitive to frost.
* Sunlight: The tree needs full sun for the best flowering and fruit production.
* Soil: It grows best in well-drained soil and can adapt to most soil conditions.
* Water: While drought-tolerant once established, regular watering and feeding will lead to more fruit production.
** Uses and care
* Fruit: Guava fruit is rich in vitamin C and can be eaten raw, or cooked into jams, jellies, and juices.
* Leaves: Guava leaves can be brewed to make a tea.
* Other uses: The wood is used for smoking meat, and the leaves are sometimes used in barbecues.
* Pruning: Pruning is important for care and shaping the tree, and can also influence when it flowers.
* Fertilizer: The trees benefit from fertilizer high in nitrogen, phosphoric acid, and potash, especially during the growing season.