Strawberry Guava (Psidium cattleyanum)

About Strawberry Guava (Psidium cattleyanum)

Strawberry Guava (Psidium cattleyanum), also called Cherry Guava, is a small, highly-branched fruiting shrub. Its thin-skinned fruit has a fragrant, juicy pulp with a flavour reminiscent of strawberries, less musky than common guava.

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Needs a minimum of 4-6 hours of direct sunlight.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile, organically rich soil; adaptable to most soil types.
• Climate: Grows well in tropical and subtropical climates; established plants can tolerate brief cold down to about -4°C.

Planting & Spacing

Can be grown in a pot or directly in the ground; note that it spreads vigorously and can naturalise if left unchecked, so keep it contained if space is limited.

Care

• Watering: Water when the topsoil (2-3 inches) feels dry; maintain moisture near the root zone.
• Fertilizer: Organic or homemade compost once every 3 months.
• Pruning: Regular pruning maintains shape; remove dead, infected, or damaged parts promptly.

Fruiting & Harvest

This variety typically begins fruiting 2-3 years after planting. Skin turns deep red to purple and softens slightly when ripe.

Note: This listing ships a young nursery plant, not a fruiting tree. Time to first fruit and yield vary by climate, care, and region - we don't promise a fixed timeline.