The pineapple guava is an evergreen perennial shrub or small tree that typically matures to 10-15’ tall.
It is cultivated as an ornamental for appreciation of its evergreen foliage, flowers and fruit and/or as a fruiting tree/shrub for harvest of its edible fruit.
It’s grown in the U.S. from Florida to Texas and California, but fruiting can sometimes be unreliable in these areas.
Cultivation: Winter hardy to USDA Zones 8-10. Will generally survive temperatures to 18 degrees F with out damage.
Best in full sun. Tolerates part shade.
Needs regular and consistent moisture to produce best fruits. Easily grown in average, well-drained soils.
Best where winters are cool and summers moderate (80-90 degrees F).
Summer heat stress may cause premature fruit drop. Can be pruned to form an interesting hedge.
This is a good low-maintenance shrub for hot dry problem areas. For best fruit production, deeply water on a regular basis.
Mulch soil around the shrubs to protect the shallow roots.
