Tropic White Guava Tree | Sweet Creamy Tropical Fruit

Tropic White Guava

5 Gallon

$129.00

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Tropic White Guava

Guava ‘Tropic White’

A heavy-producing, cold-tolerant guava with large, sweet, creamy white fruit and an extended harvest season.

$129.00

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Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

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The Tropic White Guava is a highly productive, early-bearing cultivar prized for its large, aromatic fruit with exceptionally sweet, creamy white flesh. Developed for reliable performance in subtropical climates, this vigorous tree produces abundant crops of round to pear-shaped guavas with thin, yellowish-green skin that ripens to a pale golden hue . The thick, creamy white flesh is dense, sweet, and richly aromatic, with a flavor profile that balances tropical sweetness with a hint of tartness. Ideal for fresh eating, juicing, and preserves, it is a superior choice for home orchards and edible landscapes in warm, frost-free regions.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Foliage & Flowers: Oval to elliptical, glossy, dark green leaves with prominent veins; showy, fragrant, white, brush-like flowers with prominent stamens, often blooming in multiple cycles throughout the year .
Fruit: Large, round to slightly pear-shaped fruit (3-4 inches in diameter); thin, yellowish-green skin ripening to pale golden-yellow; thick, dense, creamy white flesh with a sweet, aromatic, tropical flavor; contains numerous small, edible seeds .
Mature Height: 15-20 ft (can be pruned to maintain smaller size)
Mature Spread: 10-15 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Hardiness Zones: USDA 9-11 ; tolerates brief frost to 22-25°F .
Light Requirement: Full sun
Core Benefits: Large, sweet, creamy white fruit, early and heavy production, extended harvest season, cold tolerant, versatile culinary use
Best Uses: Fresh eating, juices and smoothies, jams and jellies, desserts, home orchards

Q: How does Tropic White Guava differ from common guava varieties?
A: 'Tropic White' is distinguished by its large fruit size (3-4 inches), exceptionally sweet, dense, creamy white flesh, and early, heavy production. It is more cold-tolerant than many other guava varieties, withstanding brief frosts down to 22-25°F . Its fruit is ideal for fresh eating and processing.

Q: When is the fruit ready to harvest?
A: In Florida and similar subtropical climates, the fruit can be harvested nearly year-round, with two main seasons: late summer to fall (August-October) and late winter to early spring (February-March) . The fruit is ready when the skin turns from deep green to pale yellowish-green and yields slightly to gentle pressure.

Q: How cold hardy is it?
A: It is one of the more cold-tolerant guavas, reliably hardy in USDA zones 9-11. Mature trees can tolerate brief temperature drops to 22-25°F (-6 to -4°C) . Young trees are more sensitive and should be protected from frost. In cooler regions, it can be grown in a container and moved indoors during winter .

Q: Does it need a pollinator?
A: No, Tropic White Guava is self-fertile and will produce fruit on its own . The showy, fragrant flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators, which can enhance fruit set.

Q: How should I prune it?
A: Prune in late winter or early spring after the main harvest to maintain shape and size. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Thin out crowded interior growth to improve air circulation and light penetration. Guavas fruit on new growth, so light pruning encourages branching and increased production .