Ugni molinae, the Chilean guava, remains a hidden gem in North American horticulture despite its prominence in South American markets. This evergreen shrub develops a compact, rounded form with glossy, deep green foliage. Late spring brings delicate, pendant bell flowers in soft pink and cream with rosy sepals—highly fragrant and ornamentally striking. Summer and autumn yield ruby-red fruits with a distinctive flavour profile blending strawberry and pine notes. Best suited to sheltered coastal BC gardens; gardeners in colder regions should provide greenhouse or cool indoor winter conditions to ensure reliable fruiting and plant survival.
Details
Botanical Name
Ugni molinae
Common Name
Chilean Guava
Hardiness Zone
- 8
Appearance
Max Height
6 feet
Max Spread
3 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Pink
Edible
Edible
- Yes
Edible Component
- Fruit
Edible Harvest Period
Summer to Fall
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
- Cooking
Fruit Colour
- Red
Growing
Flowering Period
Late Spring
Moisture
Average
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Low
Deer Resistance
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