The Purple Malay Guava is a striking fruit tree known for its vibrant purple leaves and purple skinned fruit. The fruit is medium to large pear shaped with soft, juicy flesh.It's pleasantly sweet and aromatic and the flesh is a vibrant red to purple.
Ideal for tropical and subtropical climates, this tree produces well in Perth.
The tree itself is evergreen and can be pruned to maintain a smaller size of 1.5 to 3m, making it suitable for gardens and even large containers.
Features
Common Names: Purple Malay Guava, Guava Malay Ungu
Botanical Name: Psidium guajava
Fruit Colour: dark Purple skin, light red to purple flesh
Fruit Size: Medium to large, up to 10 cm
Taste: Sweet with a slight tartness, highly aromatic
Uses: Fresh eating, juices, desserts, preserves
Growing Conditions
Soil Preference: Well-draining, loamy soil; pH 5.5 to 7.0
Sunlight: partial shade to full sun
Watering: Regular watering, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings
Climate: Thrives in warm climates, suitable for tropical to subtropical regions
Size: Grows up to 5m tall, but can be pruned smaller for gardens or pots
Harvest Season: Typically fruits in summer through to autumn
Frost Tolerance: light frost when mature
Care Tips
The Purple Malay Guava is a relatively low-maintenance tree, but regular pruning helps maintain shape and encourages fruit production. Mulching and feeding with a balanced fertiliser during the growing season promotes healthy growth.
Keywords: Purple Malay Guava, Psidium guajava, tropical fruit, edible garden, exotic fruit tree