Barbados Cherry Tree 3-Pack Live Starter Plants – Fruit Tree – Homestead Perennial

Bring the Tropics Home with Barbados Cherry Trees

Enhance your garden with these 3 live Barbados Cherry Tree (Malpighia Emarginata) starter plants. This tropical fruit tree, native to the West Indies, is an excellent addition to any backyard fruit orchard. Growing to a manageable size of around 12 feet, it can also be kept pruned as a shrub. Enjoy the benefits of fresh, homegrown cherries and the beauty of a flowering tree. These Barbados Cherry Trees are ideal for establishing a sustainable, fruit-bearing homestead garden.

The Barbados Cherry Tree features small, evergreen leaves and delicate pink flowers that bloom from April to October, with occasional blossoms appearing year-round. Fruiting occurs mainly from May to November, with a few cherries potentially available throughout the winter. These trees are relatively fast-growing, making them a rewarding addition to your garden and providing continuous interest throughout the seasons.

Enjoy an abundance of delicious and nutritious Barbados cherries. The fruit is known as a great source of Vitamin C, making these home-grown treats a healthy addition to your diet. These live starter plants are ideal for homesteads and gardens looking to add a perennial fruit source. Remember to wear gloves when harvesting to avoid skin irritation from the fuzz on the stems and leaves, especially when the tree is young.

Key Benefits:

• Year-Round Interest: Enjoy blooms and fruit throughout much of the year.
• Manageable Size: Grows to a maximum of 12 feet, suitable for smaller gardens or can be pruned as a shrub.
• Easy to Maintain: Adaptable and can be pruned to a desired size.
• Nutritious Fruit: Barbados cherries are a rich source of Vitamin C.
• Attractive Appearance: Features bright green leaves and delicate pink flowers, enhancing garden aesthetics.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• How big will these Barbados Cherry Trees get? These trees typically reach a mature height of about 12 feet, but you can prune them to maintain a smaller, shrub-like size, perfect for various garden layouts.
• What kind of soil is best for Barbados Cherry Trees? They thrive in well-draining soil. You can amend your soil with compost or other organic matter to improve drainage and fertility, promoting robust growth for your Barbados Cherry Tree.
• How much sunlight do these trees need? Barbados Cherry Trees need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day to produce abundant flowers and fruit, ensuring a bountiful harvest.
• When is the best time to plant these starter plants? The ideal planting season is during the spring or early summer, after the last frost, allowing the young Barbados Cherry plants to establish strong roots.
• How long does it take for the trees to start producing fruit? You can expect fruit production to begin within 1-2 years of planting, depending on growing conditions and care, providing fresh cherries relatively quickly.