Surinam Cherry Eugenia Uniflora Live Plant – Red Pitanga Tree, 3-6″ Tall, 2.5″ Pot

Overview

Bring the taste of the tropics to your home with this vibrant Surinam Cherry live plant. Also known by its botanical name, Eugenia Uniflora, or commonly as Brazil cherry, Cayenne cherry, or Pitanga fruit plant, this specific variety, var. Dasyblasta, is celebrated for its exceptional taste. Unlike some Surinam cherry varieties, this selection boasts an almost zero resinous aftertaste, offering a purely sweet and tangy experience. You are acquiring a healthy 3-6 inch tall seedling, nurtured in a 2.5 inch square pot, ready to thrive in your garden or a suitable container. This resilient and adaptable tree is a fantastic addition for fruit enthusiasts and gardeners looking for unique, edible landscaping options, making it a joy to grow Surinam cherry.

The Surinam Cherry live plant is renowned for its striking, ribbed, dark red fruits, which are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Originating from tropical and subtropical regions, this plant adapts well to various soil types, from sandy to clay, showcasing its robust nature. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking to cultivate their own fresh, organic fruit, providing a rewarding growing experience and a bounty of delightful cherries. This particular variant is chosen for its superior flavor profile, ensuring a premium fruit-eating experience.

Key Benefits

The Surinam Cherry live plant offers a multitude of advantages for gardeners and fruit lovers alike. Its ease of care and delicious yield make it a highly desirable addition to any edible landscape.

• Delicious, Resinous-Free Fruit: Enjoy the unique, sweet-tart flavor of dark red Surinam cherry fruits, specially selected for their almost zero resinous aftertaste, making them a superior culinary delight.
• High Adaptability: This plant thrives in a wide range of tropical and subtropical climates and can tolerate various soil conditions, making it relatively easy to establish.
• Attractive Edible Landscape: The glossy green foliage and vibrant red fruits provide ornamental value, enhancing the beauty of your garden while offering edible produce.
• Organically Grown: Our seedlings are organically grown, ensuring you receive a healthy, chemical-free plant ready for cultivation.
• Rich in Nutrients: Pitanga fruit plant fruits are packed with vitamins and antioxidants, contributing to a healthy diet directly from your garden.
• Versatile Use: The fruits can be enjoyed fresh, juiced, or used in jams, jellies, and desserts, offering diverse culinary applications.
• Resilient Growth: Known for its hardiness, the Eugenia Uniflora tree is a robust grower that can withstand some challenging conditions once established, contributing to a successful harvest.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Surinam Cherry live plant is straightforward, especially given its adaptability. This tropical and subtropical fruit tree thrives with proper attention to its environmental needs. For optimal growth and fruit production, ensure it receives ample sunlight. It prefers full sun to partial shade; in very hot climates, some afternoon shade can be beneficial. Young plants, like the 3-6 inch seedling you receive, require protection from direct, intense sun initially to prevent scorching, especially after shipping. Gradually acclimate your plant to brighter light conditions over two weeks after arrival.

Watering should be consistent, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. While the Eugenia Uniflora tree can tolerate some waterlogging, well-draining soil is crucial for healthy root development. Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry slightly between waterings. During dry spells, increase watering frequency. The Surinam cherry is not particular about soil type and can grow in sand, loam, or clay, but good drainage is always key. It is intolerant of salt, so avoid saline water or coastal areas with high salt spray. Regular fertilization with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the growing season will support vigorous growth and fruiting. These plants are generally hardy in USDA zones 9-11.

Protect your young Pitanga fruit plant from extreme temperatures. While established plants are more resilient, temperatures below 60°F (15°C) can cause damage to small seedlings. Bring container-grown plants indoors or provide frost protection if temperatures are expected to drop. Pruning can be done to maintain shape, encourage bushier growth, and improve air circulation, which helps with fruit production. By following these guidelines, you’ll be well on your way to enjoying a bountiful harvest of red Surinam cherry fruits from your own garden.

Size & Details

This offering is for one healthy Surinam Cherry live plant seedling, specifically a Eugenia Uniflora var. Dasyblasta, renowned for its desirable, almost resin-free, dark red fruits. Each plant stands approximately 3-6 inches tall, with this measurement excluding the height of the pot. It is carefully grown and shipped in a 2.5-inch square nursery pot, providing a sturdy base for its initial growth. The Surinam Cherry is a moderately fast-growing shrub or small tree, reaching heights of 10-25 feet in maturity, though it can be maintained smaller with pruning. It begins fruiting relatively quickly, often within 2-3 years from a seedling, allowing you to enjoy fresh red Surinam cherry fruits sooner rather than later. Its compact size as a seedling makes it ideal for shipping and easy integration into your garden or a larger container upon arrival, enabling you to successfully grow Surinam cherry.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this Surinam Cherry live plant get? A: This particular seedling is 3-6 inches tall. Mature Surinam Cherry trees can grow between 10-25 feet tall, but they can be kept smaller with regular pruning, making them suitable for various garden sizes or large containers.
• Q: What size pot does the Pitanga fruit plant come in? A: The Pitanga fruit plant you are purchasing comes in a 2.5-inch square nursery pot, providing a secure and healthy environment for the young seedling during transport.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor Eugenia Uniflora tree? A: The Eugenia Uniflora tree is primarily an outdoor plant in USDA zones 9-11. In colder climates, it can be grown in a container and brought indoors during winter months to protect it from frost.
• Q: How much sunlight does the red Surinam cherry need? A: This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade. Young seedlings should be acclimated gradually to direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn, especially after arriving from shipping in darkness.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the Surinam Cherry live plant is known for its adaptability and relatively low maintenance once established. It tolerates various soil types and is quite resilient, making it a good choice for both experienced and novice gardeners.
• Q: What condition will the Surinam Cherry live plant arrive in? A: Your plant will arrive as a healthy, organically grown seedling, carefully packaged to minimize stress during transit. We recommend immediate unpacking and placing it in a shaded, warm location for a few days to recover from shipping.
• Q: When is the best time to plant the Surinam Cherry? A: The best time to plant your Surinam Cherry live plant outdoors is in spring or early summer after all danger of frost has passed. If growing indoors, it can be transplanted any time of year.
• Q: Will this Eugenia Uniflora tree survive winter in my zone? A: The Eugenia Uniflora tree is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. If you live in a colder zone, you will need to protect it from frost or grow it in a container that can be moved indoors during winter.
• Q: What kind of soil does this Pitanga fruit plant prefer? A: While adaptable to many soil types, the Pitanga fruit plant prefers well-draining soil. It can grow in sandy, loamy, or clay soils but will not tolerate salty conditions.
• Q: How long until this Surinam Cherry live plant produces fruit? A: Typically, the Surinam Cherry live plant will begin to produce fruit within 2-3 years from a seedling, offering you a relatively quick reward for your gardening efforts.