Real guava or Brazilian guava?
Before you get your seeds and enjoy your work, first take a look at which guava you actually got. Various plants are sold under this name, although they differ in terms of the conditions for cultivation and subsequent maintenance are quite similar. With one major difference: the Brazilian guava (Acca sellowiana), also known as Pineapple guava, or feijoa, is much tougher than real guava (Psidium guajava). The pineapple guava, in contrast to the real guava, tolerates namely even light frosts. This is why this species is grown wherever it is basically too cold for real guava.
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Growing from seeds is quite straightforward
Growing from self-collected or purchased seeds is quite straightforward for both species. All you have to do is do the following:
- If you take the seeds from fresh fruits, you must first remove the pulp.
- It is best to clean them with the help of warm water and kitchen towels.
- Then let the seeds soak in lukewarm water for at least 24 hours.
- Fill in the meantime Potting soil in small plant pots.
- Plant the seeds a few millimeters deep into the substrate.
- Keep the substrate slightly moist.
- Put the pots in an indoor greenhouse and ensure they are evenly heated.
- Temperatures of around 25 ° C are best for cultivation.
In principle, sowing is possible all year round, but the best results are achieved in spring.
Tips
Regardless of the type, guavas should overwinter frost-free, but cool and as bright as possible.
