Psidium littorale longipes
Strawberry Guava
Description
This shrub will reach 12' tall and has medium sized, glossy green leaves with white flowers that bloom in the summer.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
White
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Summer
Location Uses
Foundation, Lawn
Special Uses
Container, Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.