Barbados Cherry – Acerola Cherry Tree Live Fruit Tree | 2–3 Feet Tall | Includes 3 Gallon Pot Extremely High Vitamin C | Fast Growing | Sweet-Tart Tropical Fruit

Grow your own nutrient-rich tropical fruit with this 2–3 foot tall live Barbados Cherry tree, shipped in a 3-gallon nursery pot and ready to plant. Also known as Acerola, this fast-growing, bushy tree can be trained as a small standard tree or shaped into a productive hedge.

The bright red cherries have a sweet to sub-acid flavor and are widely used in juices throughout Latin America. Barbados cherries are exceptionally high in Vitamin C—just one fruit can contain as much Vitamin C as multiple oranges. They are also perfect for jellies, jams, and freezing, retaining their nutritional value well.

Compact, productive, and ornamental, this tree is a wonderful addition to tropical and subtropical gardens.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Barbados Cherry (Acerola) tree
✔️ Height: approximately 2–3 feet
✔️ Shipped in 3-gallon nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, well-rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Barbados Cherry, Acerola
Botanical Name: Malpighia emarginata
Plant Type: Evergreen tropical fruit tree
Growth Stage: Established young tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily preferred)
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment
Mature Height: 8–12 feet (smaller with pruning)
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 9–11
Container Friendly: Yes (with pruning and large container)

💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun for best flowering and fruit production. Regular pruning helps maintain a compact shape and encourages heavier fruiting. Protect from frost in cooler climates.