Red pitanga

Red Pitanga – Eugenia uniflora

Also known as Surinam Cherry, Cayenne Cherry

Red Pitanga is an easy-growing, compact fruit tree with glossy red-tinged leaves and eye-catching fruit. Grows 1.5–3 m tall and makes a stunning edible hedge or small feature tree. Produces sweet-tart ribbed red fruit from late spring through summer. Great for fresh eating, jams, or desserts. Grows well in full sun to part shade and adapts to most soils. Self-pollinating and low-maintenance, it thrives in Perth’s climate and suits both in-ground and large-pot growing.

Features:
Ideal Prune Height Range: 1–2 m
pH Growing Conditions: 5.5–7.0
Shade or Full Sun: Full sun to part shade
Minimum Pot Year 5: 30 L
Time to Fruit Age: 2–3 years
Interesting Notes: New leaves emerge red; attracts birds; withstands mild frost; suitable for mixed edible hedges

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