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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.

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Bush in full fruit
Ripening fruits
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