The yellow strawberry guava typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
yellow strawberry guava
Psidium littorale
The yellow strawberry guava (Psidium littorale) is a popular tropical fruit grown in Brazil, Mexico, Central America, Florida, and the Caribbean. It bears round yellow fruit with a sweet, juicy, tangy flavor that resembles a combination of pineapple and strawberry. The fruits are packed with antioxidants and vitamins, making them a healthy snack and a natural source of energy. The leaves and flowers can be dried and brewed into a tea for a refreshing beverage. The trees, which can grow up to 10 feet tall, are evergreen and not easily affected by pests. An added bonus - they're drought-tolerant, making them easy to care for in the warmer climates.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
9 - 10
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part sun/part shade
Fruits:
Fruits Ready In
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,purple
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
High
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water yellow strawberry guava plants frequently, as often as once per week depending on the soil and climate conditions. Make sure the soil is kept moist but not soggy; over-watering can lead to root rot in guava plants. In regions where temperatures are high and water evaporates quickly, yellow strawberry guava plants may need more frequent watering. Water deeply and thoroughly when you do water the plant, saturating the soil in the root zone to a depth of 8-12 inches. Avoid wetting the foliage of the guava and especially avoid getting water on the fruits as this can lead to fungal issues.
sunlight
Yellow strawberry guava is a species of plant that requires a moderate amount of sunlight for optimal growth and fruit production. Generally, the plant should receive 6-8 hours of direct sunlight on a daily basis, either in the morning or afternoon. While they are very tolerant of full sun, they can burn easily in hot climates or during the summer months, so it's important to provide them with ample Partial shade in these conditions. Too much sun can also cause the leaves to yellow and become dry and brittle, leading to a decreased level of vigor in your plant.
pruning
Yellow strawberry guava should be pruned in the spring or early summer. Pruning should be done lightly with the goal of maintaining the shrub's shape and size. Cut off any dead branches and shaping can be done with a light trim of the longer branches to keep the plant from becoming overgrown and oppressive. Pruning should be kept to a minimum, as yellow strawberry guava does not respond well to hard pruning.
Season
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Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Psidium littorale typically begins in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
Starts Flowering
The yellow strawberry guava typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Psidium littorale typically begins in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
