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 Barbados Cherry Tree (Malpighia Emarginata) live starter plants. This tropical fruit tree, native to the West Indies, is an excellent addition to any backyard fruit orchard, especially in South Florida. 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.

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.

Enjoy an abundance of delicious and nutritious Barbados cherries. The fruit is known is a great source of Vitamin C. 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.
• Easy to Maintain: Can be pruned to shrub size.
• Nutritious Fruit: Barbados cherries are a rich source of Vitamin C.
• Attractive Appearance: Features bright green leaves and pink flowers.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.