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Psidium guajava variegata, Honeymoon Guava, Honey Moon, Variegated Guajava

Psidium guajava variegata

Honeymoon Guava, Honey Moon, Variegated Guajava
Family: Myrtaceae
Origin: Tropical America
USDA Zone: 9-11?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Psidium guajava variegata (Honeymoon Guava) is a large shrub or small tree native to tropical America. It is a fast-growing tree, capable of reaching 5-10 feet tall in full sun and with regular water. The tree is an ornamental specimen with its variegated, broad leaves which have showy white to off-white flowers. Its flowers bloom in clusters and are very attractive. The edible fruit it produces is sweet and delicious with the aroma of ripe fruit when it is fully ripe. The ripe fruit has a unique variegated yellow and green striped exterior and sweet, aromatic, and juicy pink flesh that contains a few seeds.

The Honeymoon Guava is hardy to USDA Zone 8-11 and can withstand temperatures as low as 30s F for a short period of time. The tree can produce up to 50 fruits per season and the fruits can be eaten raw, cooked, canned, and juiced. Psidium guajava variegata is rich in vitamin C, dietary fiber, carotenoids and flavonoids. Eating this fruit can boost immune system, aid digestion, and help keep skin looking healthy.

When grown in cold regions, this guava tree is best grown in a pot. It should be protected from cold winter winds, as well as heat and drought. The potted tree should be placed in a sunny spot, and watered regularly. It is important to prune the plant in spring to promote growth and keep it healthy. The soil needs to be rich and well-draining, and the plant requires fertilizer to ensure good growth and fruit production.


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Guava tree Variegated Honey Moon, Psidium guajava, grafted

HoneyMoon - Unique variegated guava with the sweetest fruit we ever tasted. Fruit is medium size, pear-shaped, variegated (white/green striped) outside when unripe, turning bright yellow when ripe. The flesh is pink, very aromatic, sweet and delicious, and contains only a few seeds that separate from pulp easily. This variety is resistant to insects and worms. The fruit is excellent and highly aromatic. Bushy shape, very full tree with large, broad, variegated leaves. Surprisingly for a variegated form, it is very healthy, strong, vigorous and fasts growing. The plant flowers and fruits in small size, perfect for containers. If planted in the ground, the tree grows small to medium size (10-15 ft) with has nice, symmetrical bushy shape. Everbearing, very reliable producer, the plant constantly has fruit, buds or flowers. These are air-layers.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE C-Cibus - Crop Nutrition Booster
SUNSHINE-Honey - sugar booster

This item is certified for shipping to California.
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot