Guava Seeds - Fruit Plant for Home Gardens

Guava is a tropical to subtropical fruit tree with a compact to spreading growth habit and dense foliage. It is well adapted to warm climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Plants grown from seed establish gradually and are suitable for garden planting or container cultivation. Consistent warmth, moderate moisture, and proper drainage support steady growth and long-term development.

Features

• Evergreen to semi-evergreen tree with spreading growth
• Suitable for garden planting and container cultivation
• Performs well in full sun environments
• Adapted to tropical and subtropical climates
• Steady long-term growth under warm conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Psidium guajava
• Common Name (US): Guava
• Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
• Growth Habit: Small tree or large shrub
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Warm to tropical season
• Sowing Season: February to June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-6 weeks at 20-30°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 3-8 meters height, 3-5 meters spread
• Plant Spacing: 3-5 meters between plants