UGNI candollei

Commonly known as Chilean guava, Pink Chilean guava

(syn. Myrtus candollei). White bell-shaped flowers followed by edible fruit.
  • Evergreen
    Glossy, dark green leaves to 3.5cm (1½in) long
  • White
  • Height
    80cm (32in)
  • Spread
    60cm (24in)
  • Fruit
    Plants which produce an edible or ornamental fruit
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Slow-growing, upright shrub. Produces nodding, 5-petalled flowers to 1cm (½in) across followed by attractive, aromatic berries 1cm (½in) across in autumn
  • Zero Rated Item
    No VAT on this plant
  • Hardy - average winter
    Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
    Borderline
  • Full sun
    Shelter from cold winds in frosty areas.
  • Partial shade

UGNI candollei

 
Available late spring to early summer 2025 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
£20.00  
Delivery Information Available late spring to early summer 2025
plant size comparison icon 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Berries
    These plants have berries.
    Good to know
    Attractive to insects. Flavoursome berries
    Pests & Diseases
    Trouble free
    Place of origin
    Chile
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a sheltered, sunny border
    Coastal / windswept
    Slightly back from the sea with more shelter
    Cottage garden
    Patio / pot plants
    Suitable for small gardens
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
    Borderline
  • Leaf margin
    Serrulate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Elliptic
    		(see photos above)
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 1
    Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
    Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
    When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Benefits from a winter mulch
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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80cm (32in)
 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  60cm (24in)
  

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