Guava (Guajava)

The Guava (Guajava) is generally described as a perennial tree or shrub. This is not native to the U.S. (United States) and has its most active growth period in the year round . The greatest bloom is usually observed in the spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until summer. Leaves are retained year to year. The Guava (Guajava) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Guava (Guajava) will reach up to 25 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 25 feet.

The Guava (Guajava) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, cuttings, seed. It has a moderate ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 33°F. has medium tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.