🌿 Lemon Cattley Guava (Psidium cattleyanum) - Live Plant 🍋🌿
***Experience the Zesty Zing of Lemon Cattley Guava – A Tropical Gem!*Ships in a 4-inch Container
Discover the enchantment of the Lemon Cattley Guava (Psidium cattleyanum), a remarkable addition to your garden that's as versatile as it is delicious! This cold-hardy marvel is perfect for Southern Florida, gracing your landscape with aromatic fruits that combine the zesty tang of lemon and the sweet allure of guava. Elevate your garden with the charm of the Lemon Cattley Guava!
Key Features:
- 🌳 Mature Height: Up to 40 feet - A compact shrub or potential tall tree for your garden. It all depends on pruning!
- ☀️ Light: Full Sun - Give your guava the spotlight it deserves!
- 🏡 Soil: Well-Drained - Ensure your guava thrives in the right soil conditions.
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11 - Suitable for a wide range of climates.
A Taste of Tropical Zing 🍋🌿
- Flavor Profile: Imagine the delightful sub-acid blend of lemon and guava flavor, coupled with a refreshing fragrance.
- Culinary Creativity: Explore culinary delights like tropical fruit salads, pureed marinades, and zesty dressings.
- Fruiting Brilliance: Enjoy a bountiful harvest of aromatic fruits that are perfect for snacks, desserts, and more.
- Nutritional Gems: Dive into the nutritional wonders of Cattley Guava and its potential health benefits.
The Guava with a Lemon Twist 💖🍋
In your garden, the Cattley Guava isn't just a fruit tree; it's a symbol of tropical delight! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a newbie, this plant offers versatility, beauty, and exotic flavors that will leave you enchanted.
Unveiling the Guava Legacy 📖🌴
- Historical Roots: Explore the rich history and cultural significance of guavas, rooted in centuries of tradition.
- Journey to Your Garden: Follow the path that brought the Cattley Guava to your garden.
- Aesthetic Appeal: Admire the slender stems, glossy leaves, and the fragrant charm of this guava variety.
Planting Your Cattley Guava 🌱
- Choose the Right Spot: Find a sunny location in your garden to give your guava the warmth it craves. Full sun exposure is key for optimal fruit production.
- Prepare the Soil: Guavas thrive in well-drained soil. If your soil is heavy clay, consider adding organic matter to improve drainage.
- Dig the Hole: When planting your guava, make a hole as wide as the root ball and equal in depth. This provides ample space for the roots to establish.
- Transplanting: Gently remove the guava plant from its pot, ensuring not to plant it too deep. Place it in the center of the hole, with the top of the root ball level with the surrounding soil. Pack the soil tightly to eliminate air pockets.
- Watering: After planting, give your guava a good soaking to settle the soil around the roots. Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogged conditions.
Caring for Your Cattley Guava 🌴
- Fertilizing: Guavas benefit from regular feeding during the growing season. Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer following the manufacturer's instructions.
- Pruning: Maintain your guava's shape and remove dead or diseased branches through pruning. This encourages new growth and better fruit production.
- Pest and Disease Control: Keep an eye out for common pests like fruit flies. Guava trees are generally hardy but may need pest control in certain conditions.
- Harvesting: Harvest guava fruits when they change from green to yellow. Twist the fruit from the branch to avoid damage. Use them fresh or in a variety of culinary creations.
- Winter Protection: In colder climates, consider providing frost protection to safeguard your guava during chilly nights.
Ideal for All Subtropical Gardeners 🏡
🪴 Southern Florida Gardeners: Cattley Guava is a top choice for Southern Florida's climate. It's cold-hardy down to about 22°F. 🍉 Fruit Enthusiasts: If you relish the tangy zest of lemon and the sweetness of guava, this variety is a must-have for your garden. 🌴 Tropical Fruit Lovers: Transport your taste buds to the tropics with Cattley Guava's unique flavor. 🌞 Subtropical Zone 9 Gardeners: Ideal for gardeners in zone 9, where pests are rarely an issue. 🌱 Low-Maintenance Gardeners: Enjoy the benefits of a fruit-bearing plant with relatively low maintenance.
Not Ideal For:
❄️ Cold Climate Gardeners: If you live in regions with harsh winters and freezing temperatures, Cattley Guava may not be suitable. 🏢 Limited Space: While versatile, Cattley Guava still requires some room to grow. If space is restricted, consider dwarf or patio fruit trees. 🏃♂️ Quick Results Seekers: Guava trees may take a few years to start bearing fruit. If you're after rapid fruiting, explore other options. 💧 Poor Soil Drainage: Ensure your garden has good drainage to accommodate Cattley Guava's needs.
In summary, Lemon Cattley Guava offers a zesty twist to your garden with its cold-hardy nature and delightful flavor. However, it may not be the best fit for cold climates, limited spaces, or those seeking quick results. Join the guava enthusiasts and experience the tropical zing of Lemon Cattley Guava today! 🌴🍋🪴🏡🌞❄️🏢🏃♂️💧
Embrace the Zest with GreenDreams! 🌿🌼
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*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
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1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
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For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
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For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
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We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
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Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
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Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
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Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
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Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
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Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
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1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
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2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
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3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
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