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Pitomba Starter Plant - 4-6" Eugenia Luschnathiana, Aromatic Tropical Fruit Tree, Edible Apricot-Like Fruit, Container Friendly

Pitomba Starter Plant - 4-6" Eugenia Luschnathiana, Aromatic Tropical Fruit Tree, Edible Apricot-Like Fruit, Container Friendly

Regular price $108.00 USD
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Grow your own tropical fruit tree with the Eugenia Luschnathiana Pitomba starter plant. This 4-6" potted plant produces aromatic, sweet-tart fruit that resembles apricots, making it a delightful addition to your garden or container. Enjoy the beauty and flavor of this unique tropical tree right at home!

  • 4-6" Starter Plant: Comes in a 2.5" or 3" pot, perfect for gardens or patio containers.
  • Delicious Fruit: Produces aromatic, orange-yellow fruit with juicy, sweet-tart flesh.
  • Compact Growth: Slow-growing, dwarf-friendly tree ideal for small spaces.
  • Cold Tolerant: Hardy down to 27°F; thrives in full sun and tolerates part shade.
  • Seasonal Crop: Fruiting season from April to August, with occasional harvests in the fall.
  • Soil Preference: Prefers acidic soil (pH 5.5-7.0) and has excellent salt tolerance.
  • Native to Brazil: Cultivated in South Florida since 1914, perfect for tropical and subtropical regions.

Common Name: Pitomba
Scientific Name: Eugenia Luschnathiana
Sunlight: Full sun; tolerates part shade
Watering: Moderate
Soil: Prefers acidic conditions, excellent salt tolerance
Hardiness Zones: 9-11
Growth Habit: Slow-growing, compact size
Format: Potted starter plant (4-6")

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