Description: This Listing is for ;White Flesh Guava SEEDS, 20 Seeds. Guavas are a tropical fruit grown all over the world. If you live in USDA plant hardiness zones 9 through 11, you can grow your Guava Tree outdoors year-round, but need protection from freezing temperature, mulch the roots during winter.Start seeds in rich loamy soil, keep the soil moist, not wet or soggy, too wet soil will promote seed rot and excessive dry soil will not create ideal conditions for the hard seeds to swell and go through the normal germination process, bottom line guava seeds need moist soil and warm temperature to germinate.Seeds need warm temperature to germinate, Seeds will germinate in 21 to 35 days in a normal condition.Note seeds starting in cold weather may take up to 3 months to germinate, starting the seeds in cold weather, they are prone to mold growth and seeds rot.Please, do not forget to use rich loamy soil to give your seeds a good start, compact and poor soil will stunt the new seedling growth, therefore weak plants.Plants started from seeds will bear fruits within 14-18months.Mature trees of most are fairly cold-hardy and can survive temperatures slightly colder than 25 degrees Fahrenheit for short periods of timeBut if you live in zones 8 below, your Guava Tree will be killed by the freezing temps of winter. However, you can still grow your own guava fruits by planting the tree in a large container at least 2-3 gallon the first 1-2 years, then to a larger pot after.Using a pot slightly larger each year, helps to keep it compact.Prune after each season and bring indoors during winter.Place on a sunny spot inside your home, you can let your Guava Tree spend the cold months in your warm house. Then when the weather warms up in spring, simply set the pot outside Potted plants may live up to 5-6years.You may always graft new plants from your matured stem, to have a young new tree ready to bear fruit the same year.Or you may plant from seeds, plants started from seeds will start bearing fruit within 16 to 18 months.Unlike other fruit trees, which require you to plant more than one for cross-pollination, the Guava Tree can bear fruit even if you have only one tree. But you'll enjoy more fruit if you plant at least two trees, and a group of three is even more idealThey are rich in dietary fiber and vitamins including, C, B2, E, typically containing four times the amount of vitamin C as an orange. They're a rich source of potassium and iron. Guava fruits and leaves contain vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for multiple purposes. It promotes a healthy immune system.Guava stem makes the best and healthiest chewing stick ever and it helps to keep the gum healthyUse the guava fruit and the tip on the young leaves in smoothies.Use the leaves to make a refreshing healthy tea.Using the leaves for a hot steam bath is very refreshing and healing.Easy to grow and care for, do not forget to plant in a rich loamy soil and peat with a lot of compost.Keep soil moist, plant in a location that does not hold water for a long period of time when it runs.Plant in full sun, however for the container plants place where the gets the early morning sun, because plants dries out so fast, too much sun will be harsh for container plants.Mulch your container plants, it helps them retain moisture.FYI, invest in good quality soil and good mulch for all your gardening needs, you will not be disappointedFor a container tree, keep soil evenly moist at all times, do not let your tree stress out from lack of water.For container plant apply slow release fertilizer or organic fertilizer every 2month for best result.
Price: 6 USD
Location: Brookshire, Texas
End Time: 2025-01-28T10:37:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Climate: Tropical
Common Name: White flesh guava
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Growth Habit: Tree
MPN: 08
Aspect: South-facing
Soil Type: Rich Campost, Loam, Peat
Growth Stage: Seedling
Genus: Guava seed
Number in Pack: 1
Foliage: Evergreen
Features: Edible, Evergreen
Safety: Child Safe, Pet Safe
Plant Type: Tree
Color: White
USDA Hardiness Zone (°F): 10 (30 to 40 °F)
Set Includes: Soil
Brand: Unbranded
Season of Interest: Spring, Summer
Soil pH: Neutral to Acidic
Plant Form: Plant Plug/Seedling
Type: Guava seed, Tropical fruits, Fruits & Fruit Trees, Herbs, Trees
Watering: Medium
Sunlight: Full Sun, Medium Sun
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States