{"product_id":"barbados-cherry-3-live-plants-4-6-inch-acerola-fruit-bush-malpighia","title":"Barbados Cherry 3 Live Plants – 4–6 Inch Acerola Fruit Bush – Malpighia","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGrow a tropical fruiting plant with this set of \u003cstrong\u003e3 live Barbados Cherry (Acerola) starter plants\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each plant is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 inches tall at the time of shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e and is intended for outdoor cultivation in warm climates. Barbados Cherry is an evergreen, fast-growing perennial shrub valued for its small red fruit and attractive green foliage.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese young plants are suitable for warm-climate gardens, edible landscapes, and containers. They prefer full sun, well-drained soil, and consistent moisture while establishing. The plants are shipped \u003cstrong\u003ewithout pots\u003c\/strong\u003e and may show minor variation in size and appearance due to natural growth and shipping conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf there is an issue with your order, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Photos of the shipping box\u003cbr\u003e• Photo of the shipping label\u003cbr\u003e• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003cbr\u003e• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without required photos may not be eligible for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted more than 48 hours after delivery will be considered accepted as received and may not be eligible for replacement or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔹 \u003cstrong\u003eBULLET POINTS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003e3 Live Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes three young Barbados Cherry (Acerola) starter plants.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eShipping Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 inches tall at time of shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eTropical Fruit Shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen, perennial plant with a fast-growing shrub habit.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun, well-drained soil, and regular moisture during establishment.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eShipping Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships without a pot; young plants require careful handling and establishment after arrival.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited to warm tropical and subtropical growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧾 \u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 live Barbados Cherry starter plants, root material\/soil ball as shipped, no pot included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📋 \u003cstrong\u003eATTRIBUTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barbados Cherry, Acerola\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malpighia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruit-bearing shrub\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower\/Fruit Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red fruit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil; loam, peat, sand, silt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular moisture during establishment; avoid allowing soil to become excessively dry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9–11\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e❓ \u003cstrong\u003eFAQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What USDA zones are suitable for Barbados Cherry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarbados Cherry is generally suited to warm growing conditions, with the supplied listing information indicating USDA Zones 9–11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. How much sunlight does Barbados Cherry need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarbados Cherry prefers full sun for healthy growth and fruit development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. How much water does Barbados Cherry need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYoung plants benefit from regular watering while establishing. Keep the soil from becoming excessively dry while avoiding poorly drained conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. What is the growth habit of Barbados Cherry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarbados Cherry has a fast-growing, branching shrub growth habit and develops into an evergreen fruiting landscape plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Can Barbados Cherry be grown in a container?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Barbados Cherry can be grown in a suitable container, particularly in climates where outdoor temperatures are not consistently warm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"oddauto64505","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43604335919181,"sku":null,"price":141.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/2941\/5501\/files\/UntitledDesign_604_3_bf98d418-1540-4ffe-9ab0-43842e295a6e.jpg?v=1787915110","url":"https:\/\/liveblooms.com\/products\/barbados-cherry-3-live-plants-4-6-inch-acerola-fruit-bush-malpighia","provider":"Live Blooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}