Eugenia Luschnathiana Pitomba - 4-6" Starter Plant in Pot - Tropical Fruit Tree with Aromatic, Apricot-Like Fruit
$90.00
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Grow your own tropical fruit tree with this 4-6" Eugenia Luschnathiana Pitomba starter plant. Known for its aromatic, sweet-tart, cherrylike fruit, the Pitomba is a slow-growing, dwarf-friendly tree perfect for containers or gardens. Thrives in full sun, acidic soil, and tolerates temperatures as low as 27°F.
4-6" Starter Plant: Eugenia Luschnathiana Pitomba tree in a 2.5" or 3" pot, ideal for gardens or containers
Delicious Fruit: Produces aromatic, orange-yellow fruit with juicy, sweet-tart flesh, similar to apricots
Compact Growth: Slow-growing tree suitable for small spaces or container gardening
Cold Tolerant: Hardy down to 27°F; thrives in full sun and part shade
Seasonal Crop: Fruiting season from April to August, with occasional light fall harvest
Soil Preference: Grows in most soils, prefers acidic conditions (pH 5.5-7.0); excellent salt tolerance
Native to Brazil: Cultivated in South Florida since 1914, ideal for tropical and subtropical regions
Low Maintenance: Highly wind-tolerant and adaptable to a wide range of soils
Common Name: Pitomba
Scientific Name: Eugenia Luschnathiana
Plant Form: Potted starter plant
Growth Stage: Seedling (4-6")
Sunlight Needs: Full sun; tolerates part shade
Hardiness Zone: 9-11
Watering Needs: Moderate
Soil Salt Tolerance: Excellent
Fruit Season: April - August
Features: Compact size, edible fruit, container-friendly, aromatic
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Eugenia Luschnathiana Pitomba - 4-6" Starter Plant in Pot - Tropical Fruit Tree with Aromatic, Apricot-Like Fruit
$90.00