Guava Tree - Psidium Guajava - Outdoor Fruit Plant

🌿 Why Grow Guava in Spain?

✔ Heat & sun-loving – Thrives in Mediterranean and subtropical zones (Andalucía, Canary Islands, Valencia).
✔ Fast-growing – Bears fruit in 2-3 years.
✔ Super nutritious – Packed with vitamin C (4x more than oranges!).
✔ Drought-resistant – Once established, needs minimal watering.
✔ Versatile fruit – Eat fresh, make juices, jams, or desserts.

🍈 Best Guava Varieties for Spain

1. "Mexican Cream" – Sweet, creamy flesh (ideal for fresh eating).
2. "Ruby Supreme" – Red-fleshed, aromatic (great for juices).
3. "White Indian" – Mild, less seedy (perfect for smoothies).
4. "Thai Maroon" – Crisp, slightly tart (excellent in salads).

📍 Location:
✅ Full sun (6+ hours daily) – Essential for fruiting.
✅ Sheltered from cold winds (sensitive to frost).

🌱 Soil:

• Well-draining (avoids root rot).
• Slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5-7.0).

🕰️ When to Plant:

• Best: Spring (after last frost) or early autumn (warmer regions).

💧 Watering:

• Young trees: Water 2-3x/week in summer.
• Mature trees: Deep water 1x/week (drought-tolerant).

✂️ Pruning:

• Light pruning after harvest to shape & remove dead branches.
• Avoid heavy pruning – guavas fruit on new growth.

🍈 Harvesting:

• Fruit ripens 3-5 months after flowering.
• Pick when slightly soft and fragrant (color depends on variety).