Rumour has it that this tasty little number was Queen Victoria’s favourite fruit! A firm favourite amongst the Dobies family, they are absolutely delicious – we can see why HRH was so fond of them. This variety ‘KA-POW’ is British bred, and named by James himself. Harvest from mid summer. Hardy down to -10°C. Height 3m (10') but can be trimmed.
Pot up your Chilean Guava and grow on in frost free conditions. When plants are well grown and all risk of frost has passed, gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for a period of 7 to 10 days.
Transplant your shrub into borders and containers outdoors in moist, well-drained soil. Choose a warm position in full sun with shelter from cold, drying winds. A south-facing border, sunny patio or sheltered wall is ideal. When growing in containers use a soil-based compost such as John Innes No. 3.
Although hardy in most areas, in more northerly gardens or in very harsh winters it is recommended that frost protection such as fleecing is provided. Chilean Guava grows very happily in a pot in which case it can be brought into the greenhouse or conservatory over the winter if needed.
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