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RedCrocus Ugni 'Flambeau' Variegated Chilean Guava Live Plant – Evergreen Shrub, Edible Berries, Patio/Container, Pollinator Friendly 2 Gallon Nursery Pot

RedCrocus Ugni 'Flambeau' Variegated Chilean Guava Live Plant – Evergreen Shrub, Edible Berries, Patio/Container, Pollinator Friendly 2 Gallon Nursery Pot

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Pot Size

Ugni Flambeau

Description

A compact, evergreen form of Chilean guava with cream‑variegated, pink‑tinted new growth. In late spring to summer it bears small, bell-shaped white to blush flowers followed by intensely aromatic, edible berries with a wild-strawberry flavor.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for containers, patio and courtyard gardens, low edible hedging, mixed borders, and sheltered coastal sites. Excellent for small-space fruiting and ornamental foliage interest year-round.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Ugni molinae 'Flambeau'
  • Common Name: Chilean Guava, Strawberry Myrtle (variegated)
  • Size & Growth: 3–5 ft tall x 3–4 ft wide (0.9–1.5 m); dense, naturally bushy; slow to moderate growth
  • Hardiness Zones: USDA 8–10 (7b with protection); protect from severe frost and cold winds
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen; cream‑variegated green leaves with pink flush in cool weather; aromatic when bruised
  • Bloom Time: Late spring to summer; fruit ripens late summer to autumn
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade; best fruiting in sun, provide afternoon shade in hot climates
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes—flowers attract bees and other beneficials
  • Indoor Friendly: Yes, as a bright, cool-window container plant; ideal for overwintering indoors in colder zones
  • Container Friendly: Excellent—thrives in pots and planters with good drainage
  • Deer Resistant: Often avoided; may need protection where deer pressure is high
  • Pet Warning: No known toxicity; berries are edible. As with any plant, supervise nibblers.
  • Fragrant: Yes—flowers and ripe berries are sweetly aromatic
  • Cut Flower: Not typical; small sprigs with berries can accent petite arrangements
  • Grows Well With: Blueberries (Vaccinium), Gaultheria, heathers (Erica/Calluna), dwarf rhododendrons, ferns, Heuchera

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or early fall at the same depth as in the pot; space 24–36 in (60–90 cm); water in well and mulch 2–3 in (5–7 cm).
  • Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, especially in containers; avoid waterlogging and prolonged drought.
  • Soil Type: Free-draining, humus-rich, slightly acidic (pH 5.5–6.5) loam or high-quality container mix for acid lovers.
  • Humidity: Average outdoor humidity; indoors, provide good air flow and occasional misting in very dry air.
  • Pruning Instructions: Lightly trim after fruiting to shape; remove dead or crossing stems. Avoid hard cuts into old wood.
  • Winter Care: In zones 8–10, mulch roots and shelter from icy winds; in colder zones, grow in containers and overwinter frost-free with bright light.
  • Planting Depth: Set crown level with the soil surface; for pots, choose a container 2–3 in wider with ample drainage holes.
  • Fertilization: Feed lightly in spring with a slow-release, acid-forming fertilizer; avoid high nitrogen to preserve variegation and fruiting.
  • Special Care: Best fruit set in sun; provide afternoon shade in hot climates to prevent leaf scorch. Self-fertile, though multiple plants can increase yield. Monitor containers for scale or aphids.
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