| Black Chilean Guava | |
| Ugni myricoides |

A black fruited relative of the Chilean Guava. Fruits tend to be slightly larger than the Chilean Guava with a similarly sweet flavor.
Description: A small shrub, usually to only 2-6ft. Evergreen, grows quite well in filtered sun and shade.
Hardiness: The chilean guava is hardy to about 18F, and grows best in cool subtropical climates.
Sunset Zones: 14-24
USDA: 9-11
Growing Environment: Grow in full sun or part shade. Water moderately. Grows well in container culture.
Propagation: By seeds and cuttings. Seeds are fairly slow to germinate, usually taking several weeks or a few months.
Uses: Eaten fresh, or used to make jams and jellies.
Native Range: Native to Chile.
More pictures of the Black Chilean Guava (click to enlarge)



