{"product_id":"pink-guava-psidium-guajava-2l-pot","title":"Pink Guava (Psidium guajava) 2L Pot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"17209\" data-end=\"17316\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePsidium guajava is a tropical fruit tree grown for its evergreen foliage, white flowers and aromatic fruit.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17318\" data-end=\"17512\"\u003ePink Guava develops a branching habit with oval green leaves and smooth young stems. Mature plants produce white flowers with numerous prominent stamens followed by rounded or pear-shaped fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17514\" data-end=\"17742\"\u003eThe fruit ripens from green towards yellow and is expected to contain pink or salmon-coloured flesh. The aromatic pulp has a sweet, tropical flavour and can be eaten fresh or used in juices, smoothies, jams, desserts and sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17744\" data-end=\"17877\"\u003eIn the UK, Pink Guava is best grown in a heated greenhouse, conservatory or large container that can be moved under cover for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tzp6e8\" data-start=\"17879\" data-end=\"17895\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17897\" data-end=\"18525\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"17897\" data-end=\"17916\"\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Psidium guajava\u003cbr data-start=\"17932\" data-end=\"17935\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"17935\" data-end=\"17952\"\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink Guava, Common Guava\u003cbr data-start=\"17977\" data-end=\"17980\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"17980\" data-end=\"17997\"\u003ePlant family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myrtaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"18007\" data-end=\"18010\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18010\" data-end=\"18020\"\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen or semi-evergreen tropical shrub or small tree\u003cbr data-start=\"18077\" data-end=\"18080\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18080\" data-end=\"18101\"\u003ePotential height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–4 metres in a large container, depending on pruning\u003cbr data-start=\"18169\" data-end=\"18172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18172\" data-end=\"18184\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval, prominently veined green leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"18222\" data-end=\"18225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18225\" data-end=\"18237\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e White flowers with numerous stamens\u003cbr data-start=\"18273\" data-end=\"18276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18276\" data-end=\"18286\"\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded or pear-shaped fruit expected to contain pink flesh\u003cbr data-start=\"18346\" data-end=\"18349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18349\" data-end=\"18362\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun or bright partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"18395\" data-end=\"18398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18398\" data-end=\"18415\"\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heated greenhouses, conservatories, patios and large containers\u003cbr data-start=\"18479\" data-end=\"18482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18482\" data-end=\"18496\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender and not frost hardy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lg9buc\" data-start=\"18527\" data-end=\"18544\"\u003eGrowing Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18546\" data-end=\"18692\"\u003eGrow your Pink Guava in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-draining compost. Move the plant into progressively larger containers as it develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18694\" data-end=\"18792\"\u003eKeep the compost evenly moist during active growth, but avoid leaving the roots standing in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18794\" data-end=\"18940\"\u003ePlace the plant in a warm, bright and sheltered position. Young plants should be acclimatised gradually before exposure to strong summer sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18942\" data-end=\"19079\"\u003eFeed regularly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Change to a high-potassium feed once flowers begin to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19081\" data-end=\"19219\"\u003ePlants may be moved outside during warm summer weather after the risk of frost has passed. Protect them from cool nights and strong winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19221\" data-end=\"19393\"\u003eOverwinter in a bright, heated greenhouse or conservatory. Keeping the plant above approximately 10–12°C is recommended, with warmer conditions preferred for active growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19395\" data-end=\"19446\"\u003eReduce watering during winter while growth is slow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tal2ih\" data-start=\"19448\" data-end=\"19469\"\u003eFruiting in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19471\" data-end=\"19578\"\u003ePink Guava requires plant maturity, strong light and sustained warmth before flowering and producing fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19580\" data-end=\"19683\"\u003eHand pollination may improve fruit set under glass, although flowers can also be pollinated by insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19685\" data-end=\"19788\"\u003eFruit production is possible in a heated greenhouse or conservatory but cannot be guaranteed in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tfec9\" data-start=\"19790\" data-end=\"19814\"\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19816\" data-end=\"19951\"\u003eYou will receive one Pink Guava plant growing in a 2-litre pot. Plants are typically dispatched at approximately 20–30 cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19953\" data-end=\"20051\"\u003ePlant height, branching and leaf size will vary naturally according to age and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"v6q9sf\" data-start=\"20053\" data-end=\"20077\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20079\" data-end=\"20152\"\u003eThese plants are grown from seed collected from pink-fleshed guava fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20154\" data-end=\"20303\"\u003eFuture fruit is expected to have pink or salmon-coloured flesh, but colour, size, flavour and productivity cannot be guaranteed in seed-grown plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20305\" data-end=\"20396\"\u003eOnly fully ripe fruit is intended for consumption. Do not eat the leaves, stems or flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"20-30cm","offer_id":56352035799380,"sku":"TFPPSIGU","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicalplantnursery.co.uk\/products\/pink-guava-psidium-guajava-2l-pot","provider":"Tropical Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}