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A TREE FOR EVERY HOME, EVEN HOA GOVERNED!

The Guava: Cattley/Strawberry Guava Tree (Psidium cattleyanum) is an amazing tree with many features that make it a great addition to any garden or fruit tree collection. This beautiful tree not only adds to the aesthetics of your landscape but also provides delicious fruit and many practical uses.


The Cattley Guava is a small tree that can grow up to 13 feet tall, making it perfect for small to medium-sized gardens or containers. Its slender brown branches and evergreen leaves with a glossy surface make it a beautiful addition to any landscape. The fragrant white flowers that bloom in the spring are petite, giving rise to aromatic fruit that has a sweet, delicious flavor.


The fruit of the Cattley Guava tree is one of the main reasons it is a popular choice among gardeners. The thin-skinned, dark-red or purple-red fruit has an aromatic, sweet flavor that is perfect for eating fresh, cooking, or juicing. The small size of the fruit also makes it perfect for adding to tropical fruit salads, smoothies, or even as a topping for yogurt or ice cream.


Aside from its delicious fruit, the Cattley Guava tree has many practical uses. Its dense growth and thorny branches make it an excellent choice for an edible hedge, creating a natural and attractive barrier around your property. Its patterned bark and attractive foliage also make it a welcome tree in deed-restricted communities.


One of the most remarkable features of the Cattley Guava is its adaptability to different soil conditions. It thrives in limestone and poor soils, making it an ideal choice for gardens with less-than-ideal conditions. And because of its tolerance to drought, the Cattley Guava can also thrive in areas with low rainfall.


The Cattley Guava tree is also very easy to care for, making it a great choice for beginners or anyone who wants a low-maintenance plant. It requires little pruning and is not affected by most pests or diseases. It is also a self-pollinating plant, meaning that you don't need another plant nearby for it to bear fruit.


In conclusion, the Cattley Guava tree is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a beautiful, practical, and delicious addition to their garden or fruit tree collection, even in HOAs. Its small size, adaptability, and ease of care make it a great choice for any gardener, while its aromatic fruit and many practical uses make it a valuable addition to any edible landscape. So why wait? Get your Cattley Guava tree today and enjoy the many benefits it has to offer!



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