Malpighia glabra - Barbados Cherry, Acerola - Large size

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4747 Malpighia glabra - Barbados Cherry, Acerola - Large size

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Plant used for bonsai Large shrub 5-10 ft tall Small tree 10-20 ft Full sun Moderate water Pink flowers Edible plant Subtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Barbados-Cherry, Acerola. The best source of vitamin C. Fast growing, fruits easily. Densely branched shrub with deep shiny green leaves. Tolerates alkaline soil. Has the highest vitamin C content of any fruit. Used in jellies, jams, freezes without losing its vitamin C content. The plant is drought tolerant and easy to grow.
7 gal pot. More developed root system, thicker trunk and branches. Plant height depends on growing season and variety. Dwarf varieties are slow growers and may be shorter. Contact us for exact size description if size/height matters to you. 7 gal plants may be shipped separately from other items by Ground service due to large size. See here time in transit (business days, excluding Sat-Sun!)

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