White Guava
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White Guava
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Photos are for illustration purposes only. Plant size and appearance may vary. We carry a range of sizes from starter plants up to 5-gallon containers.
White Guava is a prolific, fast-growing tropical fruit tree treasured for its large, round fruits with smooth yellow-green skin and creamy white flesh that is mildly sweet, subtly fragrant, and exceptionally rich in nutrients. One of the most widely cultivated fruit trees across the tropics and subtropics, it has been a staple of Caribbean, Latin American, and Asian diets for centuries — enjoyed fresh off the tree, blended into juices and smoothies, made into pastes and jellies, or dried as a snack. Beyond its culinary versatility, every part of the White Guava plant — from its fruit and leaves to its bark and roots — has a long and well-documented history of use in traditional medicine. Hardy, drought-tolerant once established, and extraordinarily productive, White Guava is one of the most rewarding fruit trees a Florida gardener can grow, fruiting reliably multiple times per year in the warm Orlando climate.
Health benefits
White guava is one of the most nutrient-dense tropical fruits available, with the fruit, leaves, and bark all offering well-documented health properties.
- Exceptionally high in vitamin C: Contains four times more vitamin C than an orange, powerfully supporting immune function, skin health, and collagen production
- Blood sugar regulation: Guava leaf tea has been shown in clinical studies to help lower post-meal blood glucose levels and improve insulin sensitivity
- Heart health: Rich in potassium and soluble fiber, helping to lower blood pressure, reduce LDL cholesterol, and support overall cardiovascular function
- Digestive support: High fiber content promotes healthy digestion and regularity; guava leaf extract is traditionally used to relieve diarrhea and stomach discomfort
- Antioxidant-rich: Loaded with lycopene, quercetin, and polyphenols that combat oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and support long-term cellular health
- Skin and hair health: Vitamin C and antioxidants support collagen synthesis, promote skin elasticity, and guava leaf extracts are traditionally used to strengthen hair
Plant care
Sunlight: Full sun; at least 6 hours of direct light daily for best fruit production
Watering: Regular when young; drought-tolerant once established — water deeply but allow soil to dry between waterings
Soil: Adaptable to most well-draining soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and slightly acidic conditions common in Florida
Fertilizing: Every 2–3 months with a balanced fruit-tree fertilizer during the growing season
Pruning: Prune after each fruiting cycle to manage size, improve air circulation, and encourage new fruiting wood
Hardiness: USDA zones 9–11; thrives year-round in Florida's warm climate; protect young trees from frost