{"product_id":"barbados-cherry-live-plant-4-8-inches-tall-acerola-cherry-fruit-tree-malpighia-emarginata-tropical-backyard-orchard-container-plant","title":"Barbados Cherry Live Plant – 4–8 Inches Tall | Acerola Cherry Fruit Tree | Malpighia emarginata | Tropical Backyard Orchard \u0026 Container Plant","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGrow a productive tropical fruit plant at home with this live Barbados Cherry, also commonly known as Acerola Cherry. Botanically known as Malpighia emarginata, this warm-climate shrub or small tree produces attractive pink flowers followed by bright red, cherry-like fruits when mature.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBarbados Cherry is well suited to tropical and subtropical gardens, backyard orchards, patios, and container growing. Its naturally shrubby growth can be maintained at a manageable size through pruning, making it an excellent choice for gardeners with limited outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYour young starter plant measures approximately 4–8 inches tall and is shipped without a nursery pot. With plenty of sunlight, good drainage, warmth, and consistent care during establishment, it can develop into an attractive flowering and fruiting plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Barbados Cherry \/ Acerola plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Height: approximately 4–8 inches\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Young rooted starter plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Shipped without nursery pot\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Tropical flowering and fruiting plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Barbados Cherry, Acerola Cherry, West Indian Cherry\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Malpighia emarginata\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Tropical evergreen to semi-evergreen fruiting shrub \/ small tree\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Young starter plant\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun preferred for strongest flowering and fruit production\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Fertile, well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; water regularly during establishment while avoiding prolonged waterlogging\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 6–12 feet under favorable conditions; can be maintained smaller with pruning\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate to fast in warm climates\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: Approximately 9–11; protect from frost and freezing temperatures\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e💡 Care Tip: Plant your Barbados Cherry promptly after arrival in well-draining soil and keep it evenly moist while the roots establish. Gradually acclimate the young plant to strong direct sunlight after shipping. For container growing, choose a pot with excellent drainage and increase the container size gradually as the root system develops.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ahvnllc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52248400134465,"sku":null,"price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/Salinandari_9.52-2026-09-22T225342.871.jpg?v=1790092478","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/barbados-cherry-live-plant-4-8-inches-tall-acerola-cherry-fruit-tree-malpighia-emarginata-tropical-backyard-orchard-container-plant","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}