Barbados Cherry Live Starter Plant 1 Foot Acerola Cherry (Malpighia emarginata) Pesticide-Free Non-GMO in 4 Inch Pot

Introducing the Barbados Cherry, also known as "Acerola" Cherry, a vibrant and hardy plant that brings a taste of the tropics to your garden. Each live starter plant ships at approximately 1 foot tall in a 4-inch pot, ensuring a strong start for your gardening journey. This pesticide-free and non-GMO plant is perfect for enthusiasts looking to grow their own nutritious cherries right at home.

• Beautiful, bushy shrub or small tree reaching up to 20 ft (6 m) in height.
• Evergreen leaves that add year-round greenery to your garden.
• Produces bright red, juicy cherries that are sweet-tart and nutrient-rich.
• Thrives in full sun and is drought-tolerant once established.
• Can bear fruit in the first year of growth!
• Adaptable to various soil types, preferring well-drained conditions.
• Perfect for gardening zones 4-11 (patio) and 9-11 (outdoors).

Common Name: Barbados Cherry
Scientific Name: Malpighia emarginata
Sunlight: Full-Partial
Watering: Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Soil: Acid to slightly alkaline, well-drained
Hardiness Zones: 4-11 patio / 9-11 outdoors
Growth Habit: Bushy shrub or small tree
Format: Live starter plant, approximately 1 foot tall in a 4-inch pot