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Guava tree is a common tropical fruit tree. It has a wide, round shape and can grow to be 30 feet tall. The guava tree is covered in small, white flowers that have a light, sweet fragrance. The tree produces fruit that is either white or yellow on the inside and has a pink or red skin. Guavas are a good source of vitamins A, C, and E.

Alternative name

• Guava
  
• Guava Tree
  
• Guava Plant
  
• Guava Fruit
  
• Guava Leaves

Common Knowledge

• Guava trees are native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.
  
• The trees can grow to a height of 20-30 feet (6-9 meters).
  
• The leaves are dark green and glossy, with a leathery texture.
  
• The flowers are white, with four petals, and grow in clusters.
  
• The fruit is oval-shaped, with a green skin and white flesh. It has a sweet, slightly acidic taste.
  
• Guava trees are relatively easy to care for, and can be grown in a wide range of soil types and climates.
  
• They are relatively slow-growing, but can live for many years, with some specimens known to be over 100 years old.
  
• Guava trees are susceptible to a number of pests and diseases, but can generally be kept healthy with proper care.
  
• The fruit of the guava tree is an important ingredient in many Latin American dishes, and is also used to make jams, jellies, and juices.
  
• Guava wood is prized for its durability and strength, and is used in the construction of furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Related plant:
Pineapple Guava Shrub

Planting Process

1. For guava tree, first step is to take the seed and plant it in a pot.
   
2. Then water the plant regularly and put it in a sunny spot.
   
3. After the plant grows, transfer it to a bigger pot.
   
4. continue to water it regularly and fertilize it every month.
   
5. Once the plant grows bigger, you can transfer it to the ground.
   
6. Guava tree grows best in warm climates, so if you live in a cold climate, you can grow it in a pot and bring it indoors during the winter.
   
7. To get fruits, you will need to wait until the plant is at least 2 years old.
   
8. Once the plant blooms, the fruits will start to form.
   
9. You can harvest the fruits when they are ripe.
   
10. Enjoy your fresh guava!

Related plant:
Pineapple Guava

Soil Requirement

About soil condition, guava tree need sandy, loamy, and well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. The soil should be rich in organic matter. A guava tree will not tolerate a waterlogged or clay soil.

Light condition

Similar to other fruit trees, guava trees need lots of sun to produce lots of fruit. The more sun the tree gets, the more fruit it will produce. Guava trees will produce the most fruit when they are grown in full sun, but they can also produce a good amount of fruit when they are grown in partial sun.

Good Temperature

The temperature conditions that a guava tree needs in order to thrive are quite specific. The tree prefers a subtropical climate with temperatures that range from 60 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. It also needs a certain amount of humidity in the air in order to produce fruit.

Ideal Humidity

Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 60-70%. If the humidity drops below 60%, the leaves of the guava tree will start to turn brown and drop off. If the humidity gets too high, above 70%, the leaves will start to yellow and drop off.

The Fertilizer

The fertilizer, this family of plant food, can vary depending on the type of guava tree. The roots of a guava tree are also important as they help to anchor the tree and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

Plant Pruning

Pruning a guava tree is important to maintaining its shape and size. When pruning, remove any dead or diseased branches, as well as any branches that are crossing or rubbing against each other. Also, remove any branches that are growing inward toward the center of the tree.

About Propagating

Propagation of guava tree is done through rooting of cuttings. Guava tree cuttings that are 6 to 8 inches long and have at least two leaf nodes can be taken from the parent plant. The bottom leaf node should be buried in moist soil. The cutting should be kept moist until it begins to grow.

Growth Rate

Usually, the plant growth rate studies have been conducted in laboratory or greenhouse environments. There is evidence that guava trees can grow at a rate of up to 0.5 m per year in the right conditions. Guava trees have been known to fruit within two years of planting in some cases.

Basic Problems

Common problems for this kind of plant are low fruit yield, fruit drop, poor fruit quality, and diseases. scant rainfall and nutrient deficiency are also major problems. To increase fruit yield, guava tree needs proper irrigation and fertilizer application. For fruit drop problem, pruning of the tree is required.To improve fruit quality, thinning of the fruits is needed. Diseases of guava tree include root rot, stem rot, leaf spot, and fruit rot. To control these diseases, proper management practices like crop rotation, early detection, and destruction of infected plant parts are needed.

Growing Tips

• If you live in an area with a warm climate, you can plant guava trees outdoors.
  
• Select a spot in your yard that receives full sun.
  
• Dig a hole that is twice the width and depth of the tree's root ball.
  
• Place the tree in the hole so that the top of the root ball is even with the ground surface.
  
• Backfill the hole with soil, tamping it down as you go.
  
• Water the tree deeply immediately after planting.
  
• Guava trees need regular watering, especially when they are young.
  
• Fertilize the tree every six to eight weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
  
• Prune the tree regularly to shape it and encourage new growth.
  
• Be on the lookout for pests and diseases, and treat accordingly.

Substitution

• Guava "Psidium guajava"
  
• Guayaba "Psidium guajava"
  
• Kuawa "Psidium guajava"
  
• Guazuma "Guazuma ulmifolia"
  
• Guava family "Psidium guajava"
  
• Guava jam "Psidium guajava"
  
• Guava jelly "Psidium guajava"
  
• Guava juice "Psidium guajava"
  
• Guava candy "Psidium guajava"
  
• Guava cake "Psidium guajava"

Source:
Acca sellowiana (Feijoa, Guava, Guavasteen, Pineapple Guava)
Psidium guajava ( apple or common guava) - American University …
Pineapple Guava blooms! | The Botanic Garden of Smith College