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🍇 Red Jaboticaba Tree (Plinia cauliflora – red-fruited selection) — 4″ Starter 🌿
Classic red fruit • slow, steady grower • trunk-fruiting from day one (eventually)
The Red Jaboticaba is a classic and beautiful jaboticaba selection known for its red to deep reddish-purple fruit, sweet, juicy pulp, and iconic cauliflorous habit—fruit forming directly on the trunk and older branches.
This 4″ starter plant is the ideal entry point for growers who enjoy the process of nurturing rare fruit trees from an early stage. Red Jaboticaba is slow by nature, but with consistent moisture, filtered light, and patience, it matures into a long-lived evergreen fruit tree capable of multiple crops per year in warm, humid climates.
Our 4″ plants are young, healthy, and well-rooted for their size, ready to establish steadily under proper care.
🌿 Quick Facts (At-a-Glance)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Plinia cauliflora (red-fruited selection) |
| Common Name | Red Jaboticaba |
| Plant Type | Evergreen subtropical fruit tree |
| Sale Size | 4″ starter container |
| Estimated Age | ~12–18 months old |
| Mature Height (Unpruned) | Up to ~25–30 ft in ground |
| Managed Height (Containers) | 6–12 ft with minimal pruning |
| USDA Zones | 9–11 outdoors • container culture elsewhere |
| Light Preference | Filtered or dappled light strongly preferred |
| Cold Tolerance | Sensitive when young; protect below ~32°F |
| Soil / pH | Moist, well-drained, acidic (pH 5.5–6.5) |
| Wind / Salt | Fair wind tolerance • not salt tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Fruiting Habit | Cauliflorous (fruit on trunk & older wood) |
| Spacing (In-Ground) | 15–20 ft (closer with pruning or containers) |
🍇 Fruit, Flavor & Fruiting Habits
Fruit appearance
- Red to deep reddish-purple skin at full maturity
- Medium-sized berries borne directly on trunk and branches
Pulp & flavor
- Juicy, gelatinous white pulp
- Sweet, clean flavor with mild acidity
- Softer texture than many black jaboticabas
Culinary performance
- Excellent fresh (best eaten soon after harvest)
- Ideal for jams, jellies, tarts, wine, and liqueurs
- Fresh fruit ferments quickly—perfect for processing
⏳ Time to Fruit (Important Expectations)
Red Jaboticaba is not a fast fruiter, especially from a small size.
From a 4″ starter, plan approximately:
- ~6–10 years to consistent fruiting under excellent care
This timeline can vary by climate, watering consistency, and container management, but we intentionally overestimate to set honest expectations. The reward is a tree that can fruit multiple times per year once mature.
➡️ If you want a shorter path to fruit, consider our 1-gallon, 2-gallon, or 3-gallon sizes.
🌱 Why Grow Red Jaboticaba?
- 🍇 Multiple crops per year once mature
- 🌸 Trunk-fruiting display with strong ornamental appeal
- 🌳 Evergreen foliage for year-round structure
- 🪴 Excellent container candidate from start to maturity
- 🌿 Classic jaboticaba flavor with red-toned fruit
Cultivar Notes — Red Jaboticaba
Red-fruited jaboticabas are selections within the Plinia cauliflora group valued for their distinct fruit color, smooth pulp, and reliable production. While closely related to black jaboticabas, red types are often favored for fresh eating and visual impact when fruiting heavily on the trunk.
🪴 Why GreenDreams Recommends Container Culture
At GreenDreams, nearly all jaboticabas—including Red Jaboticaba—are grown in containers because container culture consistently outperforms in-ground planting, especially in Florida.
Container culture allows
- Precise control of acidic pH (5.5–6.5)
- Superior root oxygenation
- Support for heavy, frequent watering
- Easier cold and weather protection
- Reduced micronutrient lockout in alkaline soils
This is especially important for young plants like 4″ starters, which are more sensitive to stress.
🌱 Our Proven 50/50 Growing Medium
Young jaboticaba roots need moisture and oxygen.
Recommended mix
- 50% peat moss or coconut coir
- 50% perlite or fine pine bark
Optional (small amounts):
- Compost
- Worm castings
- Biochar
🚫 Avoid sand, clay, or dense garden soil in containers—compaction leads to root stress and slow growth.
💧 Watering Requirements (Critical for Starters)
Red Jaboticaba is a heavy water user, even when young.
- Containers: Check daily; water whenever the surface begins to dry
- Never allow the pot to fully dry out
- Use drip irrigation or careful hand-watering at the soil line
- Avoid overhead watering on leaves
Consistent moisture is the single most important factor for success at this stage.
☀️ Light & Placement (Starter-Specific)
🌤 4″ Starter Plants
- Filtered or dappled light only
- Avoid direct afternoon sun entirely
- Ideal locations:
- Bright shade outdoors
- Screened patios
- Greenhouses
- Bright indoor windows with indirect light
Direct sun on a small plant often causes leaf scorch and growth stalls.
Pruning (Do Less — Much Less)
Red Jaboticaba does not tolerate heavy pruning, especially when young.
For 4″ starters
- Do not prune unless removing dead tissue
- Jaboticabas refill naturally on existing branches
- Hard pruning causes stress, sun damage, and long setbacks
Let the plant grow slowly and fill in on its own.
🪴 Transplanting & Pot-Up Guidance (Very Important)
🚫 Do NOT transplant immediately after arrival
For all jaboticabas from GreenDreams:
➡️ Wait at least 30 days OR until new growth appears (whichever comes later) before transplanting.
When to Up-Pot a 4″ Starter
- Roots visible at drainage holes
- Water runs straight through quickly
- New growth is active and healthy
Step-Up Plan
4″ → 1G → 3G → 7G → 15–30G
How to Transplant
- Do not break apart the root ball
- Plant at the same depth (root flare just above soil line)
- Pack soil gently but firmly
- Return to filtered light during recovery
🌾 Seasonal Habits (Florida & Similar Climates)
- Evergreen year-round
- Slow, steady growth when warm and moist
- Leaf drop may occur from cold, drought, or shipping stress
- Fruiting begins only after several years of maturity
Red Jaboticaba does not go dormant—it simply slows when conditions are cool or dry.
🔍 Troubleshooting Guide — Red Jaboticaba (4″ Size)
Yellow leaves → pH too high or drying → Acidic mix + steady moisture
Leaf scorch → Too much sun → Move to filtered light
Slow growth → Normal for size → Warmth, moisture, patience
Leaf drop → Stress (shipping, cold, drought) → Stabilize conditions
🌳 Is This Plant Right for You?
✅ Ideal for
- Patient growers
- Container gardeners
- Florida & subtropical climates
- Those who enjoy long-term plant relationships
❌ Not ideal for
- Full-sun landscapes
- Infrequent watering
- Growers expecting quick fruit
🚚 Shipping Details (4″ Size)
- Best shipping: Florida, Southeast & Texas
- Nationwide shipping available with buyer discretion
- Ships UPS Ground every Monday from Florida
- Small plants dry faster—open and water immediately upon arrival
📍 Local Pickup
GreenDreams Nursery & Farm
🌾 18709 US Hwy. 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610
Tues–Fri 9AM–5PM | Sat 8AM–3PM
🌿 Beyond the Plant: GreenDreams Services
At GreenDreams, we don’t just sell plants — we design, build, and restore ecosystems across Florida.
- 🌳 Onsite consultations & edible landscape design
- 🚜 Installation & project management
- 🚚 Bulk compost, mulch, biochar & soil materials
- 🌾 Wholesale & regenerative solutions
Let our team help you create your thriving edible paradise — starting with Red Jaboticaba 🌿
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
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For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
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For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
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We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
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Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
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Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
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Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
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Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
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Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants
1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.
2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule
Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.
5.Extreme Weather Conditions
Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.
6. No Refund Policy
Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.
7. Responsibility of Care
Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.
8. Consent
By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.
These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.
