Candybox™ Chilean Guava Ugni molinae
Exposure
- Sun
Flower Season
- Spring
- Fall
- Winter
Mature Size
Height: 2' - 3'
Spread: 2' - 3'
Height: 61cm - 91cm
Spread: 61cm - 91cm
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24 - 36 Inches24 - 36 Inches24 - 36 Inches61cm - 91cm61cm - 91cm61cm - 91cm
Features
Candybox Chilean guava is a compact, evergreen shrub perfect as a boxwood alternative. Bell-shaped flowers lead to self-fertile, edible fruit, making it a charming addition to borders, hedges, or groupings.
Top reasons to grow Candybox Chilean guava:
- Compact boxwood substitute
- Attractive flowers
- Self-fertile with edible fruit
EdibleProduces BerriesFoliage InterestFall InterestWinter InterestSmall or MiniatureCharacteristics
Plant Type:ShrubShrub Type:EvergreenHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:24 - 36 Inches 61cm - 91cmSpacing:24 - 36 Inches 61cm - 91cmSpread:24 - 36 Inches 61cm - 91cmFlower Colors:PinkFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:GreenHabit:MoundedContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:ModerateBlooms On:Old WoodBloom Time:SpringHardiness Zones:7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9bWater Category:AverageSoil PH Category:Acidic SoilSoil PH Category:Neutral SoilUses:Border PlantUses:ContainerUses:Edging PlantUses:LandscapeUses:Mass PlantingUses:Specimen or Focal PointUses Notes:Hedging, container gardens
Maintenance Notes:Pruning is not recommended as it would likely affect the plant's flowering and fruiting. Grows best in slightly acidic soil, but will also grow in a neutral pH.
Fun Facts:No cross-pollinating plant is necessary as it is self-fertile!
Candybox™ Ugni molinae 'PI16' USPPAF
