Vietnamese Giant White Guava Plant – Oi Xa Li Live Tree – 1 to 2 Feet Tall – Fruit Plant

Overview

Embark on a tropical gardening adventure with the exquisite Vietnamese giant white flesh guava, also affectionately known as Oi Xa Li. This live fruit plant is a prized variety, celebrated for its exceptionally large, round to oval fruits with a distinctive white, crunchy, and sweet flesh. Originating from Vietnam, this guava tree brings an exotic touch and delectable flavor to any home garden or orchard. Unlike common guavas, the Oi Xa Li guava tree offers a unique taste profile and texture that is highly sought after by fruit enthusiasts. With proper care, this resilient plant will thrive and provide an abundant harvest of delicious, aromatic guavas.

Our white flesh guava plant is a vigorous grower, typically reaching 1 to 2 feet in height upon arrival, ready to be nurtured into a flourishing fruit-bearing specimen. It’s an excellent choice for gardeners looking to cultivate tropical fruits, whether in warm climates directly in the ground or in containers in cooler regions, allowing for indoor protection during colder months. The beautiful foliage and fragrant blossoms add ornamental value before the development of its prized fruits. Growing a Vietnamese giant white flesh guava offers the unparalleled satisfaction of harvesting your own fresh, healthy, and flavorful fruit.

Key Benefits

Cultivating a Vietnamese giant white flesh guava plant offers a multitude of rewards, from its aesthetic appeal to its bountiful harvest of nutritious fruits. This tropical gem is more than just a plant; it’s an investment in delicious, homegrown goodness.

• Exceptional Fruit Quality: The primary benefit of the Vietnamese giant white flesh guava is its superior fruit. These guavas are known for their impressive size, firm and crunchy texture, and intensely sweet flavor, making them perfect for fresh consumption, juices, salads, and desserts.
• High Nutritional Value: Guavas are packed with vitamins, especially Vitamin C, and are a good source of dietary fiber, antioxidants, and minerals. Enjoying fresh fruits from your own Oi Xa Li guava tree ensures you’re getting the freshest and most nutrient-rich produce.
• Ornamental Appeal: Beyond its fruit, the guava tree itself is visually appealing. It features attractive green leaves and delicate, fragrant white flowers that precede the fruit, adding beauty and a tropical ambiance to your garden or patio.
• Adaptability: While tropical, this white flesh guava plant can be grown in various settings. It thrives outdoors in warmer climates and can be successfully cultivated in large pots in cooler zones, allowing it to be moved indoors during winter.
• Relatively Low Maintenance: Once established, guava trees are quite resilient and require moderate care. They are generally tolerant of various soil conditions and can withstand periods of drought, making them a rewarding plant for both novice and experienced gardeners.
• Continuous Harvest: In ideal conditions, guava trees can produce fruit multiple times a year, providing a consistent supply of fresh fruit for an extended season. This makes growing guava tree a highly productive endeavor.
• Unique Culinary Experience: The distinct flavor and texture of this specific Vietnamese variety open up a world of culinary possibilities, allowing you to experiment with new recipes and enjoy a taste of the tropics right from your backyard.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Ensuring your Vietnamese giant white flesh guava thrives requires attention to its specific needs regarding sunlight, water, soil, and temperature. This tropical fruit tree, while relatively hardy, will perform best with consistent care tailored to its growth cycle.

Sunlight Requirements: The Oi Xa Li guava tree is a sun-loving plant and requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to produce abundant fruit. For outdoor planting, choose a location that receives full sun exposure throughout the day. If growing indoors in a container, place it near a south-facing window or under full-spectrum grow lights to ensure it gets adequate light. Insufficient light can lead to poor fruit production and weaker growth.

Watering and Soil: Guava trees prefer consistently moist, but not waterlogged, soil. Water deeply when the top inch or two of soil feels dry to the touch. During hot, dry periods, daily watering may be necessary, especially for potted plants. Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot, as guava roots are sensitive to standing water. The ideal soil for a white flesh guava plant is well-draining, loamy, and rich in organic matter. A slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0) is preferred. For potted plants, use a high-quality potting mix blended with compost and perlite to enhance drainage and fertility. This is crucial for successful growing guava tree.

Temperature and Fertilization: Guava trees are tropical and thrive in warm temperatures, ideally between 65°F and 85°F (18°C-29°C). They are not frost-tolerant, so in regions with cold winters, container growing is recommended to allow for indoor relocation. Protect young plants from temperatures below 30°F (-1°C). Fertilize your Vietnamese giant white flesh guava every 2-3 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, or a specialized fruit tree fertilizer. Reduce fertilization during fall and winter when growth slows. Pruning is also important for shape and fruit production; remove dead or crossing branches and prune to maintain a manageable size.

Size & Details

This Vietnamese giant white flesh guava plant is shipped as a live tree, typically standing 1 to 2 feet tall from the base of the plant to the top of its foliage. It arrives ready for planting in a 3-gallon nursery pot, providing a robust root system for easy transplanting into a larger container or directly into your garden. The growth rate of the Oi Xa Li guava tree is moderate, and with optimal conditions, it can reach a mature height of 10-20 feet, though it can be kept smaller with regular pruning. Expect to see fruit production within 2-3 years, with the plant becoming more prolific as it matures. This tropical fruit plant is a long-term investment that will reward you with delicious fruits for many years.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: This Vietnamese giant white flesh guava plant typically arrives 1 to 2 feet tall. Mature guava trees can grow 10-20 feet in height, but they can be maintained at a smaller size through regular pruning, especially when grown in containers.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: The white flesh guava plant is shipped in a 3-gallon nursery pot, ensuring a healthy root system and a good start for your plant. You can transplant it into a larger container or directly into the ground upon arrival.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Oi Xa Li guava tree is a tropical plant. It thrives outdoors in USDA Zones 9-11. In cooler climates, it can be grown outdoors during warm months and brought indoors as a container plant when temperatures drop below 40°F (4°C).
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: This guava tree requires abundant sunlight. For optimal growth and fruit production, ensure it receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. It will struggle in shaded conditions.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Guava trees are considered moderately easy to care for. They require consistent watering, good drainage, and ample sunlight. Once established, they are quite resilient, making growing guava tree a rewarding experience for various skill levels.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your Vietnamese giant white flesh guava plant will arrive as a healthy, live specimen, carefully packaged in its 3-gallon pot to minimize stress during transit. We take utmost care to ensure it reaches you in excellent condition.
• Q: When is the best time to plant? A: The best time to plant your guava tree is in spring or early summer after all danger of frost has passed. This allows the plant ample time to establish itself before extreme summer heat or winter cold.
• Q: What’s the minimum temperature this plant can tolerate? A: The tropical fruit plant is sensitive to cold. It can tolerate temperatures down to about 30°F (-1°C) for short periods, but sustained temperatures below this can cause damage or be fatal. Protect it from frost.
• Q: How long until it produces fruit? A: With proper care, you can typically expect your Vietnamese giant white flesh guava to start producing fruit within 2-3 years after planting. Fruit production will increase as the tree matures.
• Q: What are the best uses for the fruit? A: The large, sweet, and crisp white-fleshed guavas are excellent for fresh eating. They are also popular in juices, smoothies, desserts, jams, and jellies, offering a unique tropical flavor to various culinary creations.