Psidium Guajava. Open Pollinated. Guava Fruit Tree. This fruit tree produces excellent yields of Guava fruit. The fruit can range in size from as small as an apricot to as large as a grapefruit. Guava is an edible fruit and can be eaten raw or cooked. It can be eaten fresh or made into paste for later use. It is used to make a summer drink, ice cream, and preserves. The fruit is really aromatic. It is extremely nutritious and delicious. High in Vitamin C. It has medicinal benefits as it can be used for inflammation, diabetes, hypertension, and other ailments. The plant is also used in many shampoo products for its scent. The tree is also a shade tree. Requires a sunny location. It attracts bees, birds, and butterflies and has evergreen leaves. Guava trees start producing fruit in just 2 years. A native fruit tree from the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Tree Height: 30 to 40 ft
Seeds Per 1 lb: 51,250
Planting Instructions: Plant seeds 1/8" deep, tamp the soil,
Scarification: Pour boiling water over the seed, then let it stand in water for 24 hours. Another Method: file or sand through the outer seedcoat, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification: None required
Soil Facts: Requires well-prepared soil. Use a general-purpose fertilizer when preparing soil. Mulch the seed bed,
Germination: May take up to 90 days