- What location does the guava need?
- In which substrate does the guava feel particularly comfortable?
- How often should you water the guava?
- When and with what should you fertilize the guava?
- Can you cut the guava?
- How can the guava be propagated?
- Which diseases and pests are typical for the guava?
- Is the guava hardy?
The real guava (Psidium), also known as Brazilian or pineapple guava, comes from the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. The shrub or tree, which is up to two meters high, needs a lot of sun and warmth, but also adapts quite well to the Central European climate. The plant is not frost hardy, which is why it should not overwinter outdoors. With a bit of luck you can even harvest ripe fruit.
The guava is considered an easy-care exotic plant
What location does the guava need?
As a tropical plant, guavas like both sun and warmth, and they can't get enough of either. So treat your guava to a sunny and wind-protected spot in the garden or on the balcony. A bright location in the conservatory at temperatures of up to 30 °C is also ideal.
In which substrate does the guava feel particularly comfortable?
Guavas make no special demands on the substrate. It should just be loose and well drained. Good drainage is also important to avoid waterlogging.
How often should you water the guava?
The plant has a fairly high water requirement and should never dry out. Check with your fingers whether it is time to water again: If the substrate has dried on the surface, you should water it.
When and with what should you fertilize the guava?
Fertilize the guava weekly during the growing season with a liquid compound fertilizer. In winter there is no fertilization.
Can you cut the guava?
A pruning is usually not necessary, only overly long shoots should be shortened after the eventual harvest. Deadwood and shoots that are too close together or that cross each other should also be removed regularly.
How can the guava be propagated?
Guavas can be propagated very well from cuttings. You can also grow them from seeds (bought or collected by yourself). Cut the cuttings in spring.
Which diseases and pests are typical for the guava?
Due Guava is quite robust, an infestation by pests, fungi or other pathogens is rare. Only too much moisture up to waterlogging leads to rot.
Is the guava hardy?
As a tropical plant, the guava is not hardy and should be overwintered in a cool, bright room at around 10 to 15 °C.
tips
In order to be able to harvest fruit, you have to help with pollination with a brush.