The Guava tree is a tropical fruit tree that can bloom throughout the year, but its primary season is Spring.  It has five white metals with plenty of stamens and can be pruned to bonsai or used for indoor or container planting.

This small tree or shrub is easy to grow and can tolerate a vast amount of conditions.  Most people say its fruit tastes like a mixture between a strawberry and pear.

• Young trees need to be protected from frost
• Tolerates temperatures as low as -4°C
• Estimated height: 2-8m
• Estimated width: 4.5m
• Planting distance: 5m
• Drought-resistant

Cultivars: Fan Retief.

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Doesn’t require regular watering.

Fun facts: Guavas are very healthy fruits that may help lower your blood sugar levels, boost your heart health and help improve your immunity.