Key Features & Benefits

• Popular guava variety known for large-sized fruits and high yield
• Fruits are sweet, aromatic, and rich in vitamin C and fiber
• Early-bearing variety, suitable for home gardens and commercial cultivation
• Strong and adaptable plant with good resistance to varying conditions
• Suitable for both ground planting and large containers
• Regular fruiting with proper care and pruning

Plant Care Guide

Sunlight

• Requires full sunlight for best growth and fruit production
• Needs at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily

Soil

• Grows well in a wide range of soils
• Prefers well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter
• Tolerates slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 5.5–7.5)

Temperature & Climate

• Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates
• Ideal temperature: 20°C to 35°C
• Can tolerate moderate heat and mild cold

Watering

• Water regularly during initial growth stage (2–3 times per week)
• Mature plants need moderate watering
• Increase watering during flowering and fruit development
• Avoid waterlogging

Fertilizers

• Apply organic compost or farmyard manure every 1–2 months
• Use balanced NPK fertilizer during growing season
• Add potassium-rich fertilizer for better fruit size and taste
• Supplement with micronutrients if needed

Re-potting Instructions

• Use a large container (minimum 16–20 inches deep and wide)
• Ensure proper drainage holes
• Re-pot every 2–3 years or when plant becomes root-bound
• Replace topsoil annually with compost-rich mix
• Prune roots lightly if needed during re-potting

Fruiting Season

• Starts fruiting within 2–3 years (grafted plants may fruit earlier)
• Can produce fruits once or twice a year depending on climate
• Common seasons: rainy season and winter

Usage Ideas

• Eat fresh as a nutritious fruit
• Use in juices, smoothies, and fruit salads
• Prepare jams, jellies, and chutneys
• Suitable for desserts and healthy snacks
• Leaves sometimes used in traditional remedies

Care Tips

• Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage new fruiting branches
• Remove weak and overcrowded branches for better airflow
• Mulch around base to retain moisture and improve soil health
• Protect fruits from fruit flies using covers or traps
• Monitor pests like aphids and scale insects; treat with neem oil
• Ensure proper spacing (4–6 meters apart) if planting in ground.