Description
The plants are attractive and produce deliciously rich, sweet fruits that are excellent fresh or in desserts.- Fruits are available throughout the year.
- Gives an assured crop even with very little care.
What makes it special:
Guava botanically known as Psidium guajava, is an evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Myrtaceae grown for its edible fruits. It is the fourth most important fruit in area and production after mango, banana and citrus.
Being hardy, it gives an assured crop even with little care, and is good for rainfed areas also. Successful Guava cultivation is grown under tropical and sub-tropical climate. In areas with distinct winter season, the yield tends to increase and quality improves.Plant Specifications
Plant Height | 24 inch (61 cm) |
Plant Spread | 5 inch (13 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name | Yellow guava, Apple of tropics |
Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 10 meter |
Flower Colour | White |
Bloom Time | Throughout the year |
Difficulty Level | Easy |
Planting and care
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Light Requirement
Re-potting
Plant Protection
Donts
Guava Tree care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
Key requirements to keep plant healthy:
Sunlight | More than 6 hours of sunlight and natural direct bright light for the rest of the day. |
Watering | Apply 4 cup (Approx. 200 ml) water when top soil (1-2 inches) in pot feels dry to touch. |
Soil | Soil should be well drain and fertile, rich in organic content |
Temperature | 25 to 35 degree Celsius |
Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer once a month (Oct-Jan) |
Harvest Season | Throughout the year |
Guava Tree uses
Medicinal Use:
- The plant has been used to treatment of various diseases like diarrhea, diabetes, cough, high cholesterol
- It also has been used for leukorrhea and yeast infections
- Note: Used only after consulting the Health specialist
Culinary Use:
- Eaten fresh, but can also be used for jellies, jams, ice cream, sauces, cakes, tarts, drinks and chutney