🌱 Botanical Information

Botanical name: Psidium guajava (variegated cultivar)

Plant type: Evergreen shrub or small tree

Height: 6–15 feet (2–4.5 m), smaller in containers

Growth rate: Moderate

🍃 Foliage

Leaves are green with creamy white or yellow margins

Oval-shaped with prominent veins

New growth may have a slight pink tint

Highly decorative even when not fruiting

🌸 Flowers

White, fragrant flowers

Fluffy appearance due to numerous stamens

Bloom mainly in warm seasons

🍈 Fruit

Round to oval guavas

Green to yellow skin when ripe

Sweet, aromatic flesh (quality may vary slightly compared to non-variegated types)

Rich in Vitamin C

☀️ Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun for best leaf color and fruiting

Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil

Water: Regular watering; drought tolerant once established

Hardiness: USDA zones 9–11 (protect from frost)

✂️ Care Tips

Prune lightly to shape and encourage branching.

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Can be grown in large containers in cooler climates and moved indoors during winter.

🌿 This plant is perfect for tropical gardens, patios, or as a decorative edible plant where both foliage and fruit are appreciated.