Lemon Guava

The lemon guava tree, also known as Psidium littorale var. longipes or Psidium cattleianum var. lucidum, is a small evergreen tree belonging to the Myrtaceae family. It is native to regions of South America, particularly Brazil and Uruguay, but is cultivated in various tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. These trees typically reach a height of 6 to 20 feet tall and if they are kept in good condition they will produce fruit yearly. The fruit has a smooth yellow flesh with a sweet spongy white inside.

Most guava varieties are native to tropical America and thrive in warm humid climates. All guava varieties tend to have similar care protocols and climate preferences. While guavas are drought tolerant and can thrive in a wide variety of soils, they produce the most fruit when grown in rich loamy soil. Guava trees can be grown from seeds, but are more commonly propagated from cuttings. Guavas do best with 10-10-10 fertilizers and thrive in soil with a pH of 4.5-7. The white guava tree is relatively pest and disease-free but can be susceptible to root rot, which can be easily prevented and treated.