Guava is a tropical plant that belongs to the myrtle family. The tree is native to Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. The guava fruit is round or oval, and it has a yellow or green skin. The flesh of the fruit is white, pink, or red, and it has small seeds. Guavas are a good source of vitamins A and C.
Related plant:
Pineapple Guava Shrub
Related plant:
Guava Tree
About soil condition, guava can grow in various types of soil but sandy loam soils with good drainage and rich in organic matter is ideal. The soil should be deep and free from waterlogging. Guava trees are fairly tolerant to drought conditions but cannot tolerate waterlogging.
Like the other fruit trees, guava trees need full sun to produce the most fruit. Guava trees will still produce fruit with as little as four hours of sunlight per day, but the yield will be lower. If possible, choose a planting site that gets at least eight hours of sunlight per day.
The temperature condition for guava is quite warm. Around 20-30 degrees Celsius is ideal for the fruit to ripen and develop its characteristic flavour. However, guava can also tolerate some cooler temperatures, down to about 10 degrees Celsius. So, if you live in a cooler climate, you can still enjoy this delicious fruit by growing it in a pot and bringing it indoors during the colder months.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 70%. However, it can endure lower or higher levels as long as it's not too extreme. Guava can suffer from leaf drop if the humidity is too low. If the humidity is too high, it can lead to root rot.
The fertilizer, usually the plant food, is a mixture of chemicals that helps the plant to grow healthy and strong. The root is the part of the plant that takes in water and nutrients from the soil. Guava is a tropical fruit that is grown in warm climates. It is a round or oval fruit that has a yellow or green skin. The flesh of the fruit is pink or white and it has small seeds in the center. Guava is a good source of vitamins A and C. It is also a good source of fiber. Guava can be eaten fresh or made into juices, jams, and jellies.
Pruning is an important aspect of guava care. The tree produces fruit on new growth, so pruning encourages fruit production. Pruning also helps to shape the tree and keep it a manageable size. Guava trees can be pruned anytime during the growing season.
Propagation is best done by seed, although guava can also be propagated by root or stem cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep them moist. The seeds will germinate in 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots. To propagate by root or stem cuttings, take a cutting from an existing plant and root it in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cutting moist and it should root within 2-3 weeks. Once the cutting has rooted, transplant it into an individual pot.
Usually, the plant growth rate is between (5 to 7) meters per year. There are many reasons for this vast range in growth rate, including the age and size of the plant, the type of guava, the amount of sunlight and water the plant receives, and the quality of the soil. In general, however, guava plants grow quite rapidly, especially when compared to other fruit trees. This makes them relatively easy to care for and maintain, which is one of the reasons why they are so popular.
Common problems for this kind of plant plants are leaf drop, root rot, and flower and fruit drop. These problems are often caused by too much water, poor drainage, or poor air circulation. If your plant is affected by any of these problems, remove affected leaves, flowers, or fruit, and increase air circulation and drainage.
Source:
Acca sellowiana (Feijoa, Guava, Guavasteen, Pineapple Guava)
Guava - wwwchem.uwimona.edu.jm
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