Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree Live Plant – 2 Feet Tall – 3 Gallon Pot

Overview

Cultivate a taste of the tropics right at home with our exquisite Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree. This premium live plant, standing at a healthy 2 feet tall, is a fantastic addition to any home orchard or tropical garden. Known scientifically as Syzygium samarangense, the wax apple, also sometimes referred to as Java apple or rose apple, produces unique, bell-shaped fruits with a crisp texture and a mildly sweet flavor. The ‘Red Rocket’ variety is prized for its attractive, vibrant red skin and reliable fruit production. Our trees are carefully grown and shipped in a 3-gallon pot, ensuring a robust start in your garden. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting your journey with tropical fruits, this Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree offers a rewarding and delicious experience.

The wax apple is not only a source of delightful fruit but also an ornamental asset, featuring glossy green foliage and often fragrant flowers. It thrives in warm climates and can be a focal point in landscapes or grown in containers in cooler regions with proper overwintering. Imagine plucking fresh, juicy wax apples directly from your own tree – a truly satisfying experience for any fruit enthusiast. This specific variety, the ‘Red Rocket’, is selected for its vigorous growth and consistent yield, making it an excellent choice for a productive Wax Apple fruit tree.

Key Benefits

Our Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree offers a multitude of benefits, from its delicious fruit to its aesthetic appeal, making it a valuable addition to your landscape. This tropical gem is more than just a fruit producer; it’s a statement piece for your garden.

• Delicious & Unique Fruit: Enjoy the crisp, sweet, and refreshing taste of fresh Red Rocket Wax Apples. They are perfect for eating fresh, in salads, or as a healthy snack, offering a unique flavor profile distinct from common apples.
• Ornamental Appeal: Beyond its fruit, the Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree boasts beautiful glossy green leaves and often produces delicate, fragrant white to pinkish flowers, adding significant visual interest to your garden or patio.
• Good for Container Growing: For those in cooler climates, this tree adapts well to container living, allowing you to bring it indoors during colder months and continue enjoying your tropical fruit tree.
• Vigorous Growth: The ‘Red Rocket’ variety is known for its robust and relatively fast growth, meaning you can expect to enjoy fruits sooner with proper care and conditions.
• Rich in Nutrients: Wax apples are a good source of vitamins and minerals, contributing to a healthy diet directly from your backyard.
• Attracts Pollinators: The flowers of the wax apple tree can attract beneficial pollinators to your garden, contributing to overall garden health and biodiversity.
• Conversation Starter: Owning an exotic Eugenias jambos live plant like the Red Rocket Wax Apple is sure to be a talking point among friends and family, showcasing your unique gardening interests.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree is straightforward, especially when provided with the right conditions. This tropical plant thrives in warm, humid environments, making it suitable for USDA zones 10-11 for outdoor planting. In cooler zones, it can be successfully grown in a large container and moved indoors during winter. Ensure your tree receives ample sunlight; a minimum of 6-8 hours of full sun per day is ideal for optimal growth and fruit production. Protect it from strong winds, especially when young.

When it comes to watering, consistent moisture is key. The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply when the top inch or two of soil feels dry to the touch. During dry spells or hot weather, more frequent watering may be necessary. Use a well-draining potting mix or garden soil that is rich in organic matter. A slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0) is preferred. Fertilize your Wax Apple fruit tree regularly during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or a fertilizer formulated for fruit trees. Reduce fertilization during dormancy. Pruning should be done to maintain shape, encourage branching, and remove any dead or diseased wood. Learning about growing wax apple successfully involves observing your plant and adjusting care as needed.

Common pests are generally not a major issue, but keep an eye out for aphids or scale insects. Treat with horticultural oil or insecticidal soap if necessary. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases. With consistent care, your Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree will flourish and provide you with delicious fruit for years to come. Understanding the specific needs of an Eugenias jambos live plant will ensure its longevity and productivity.

Size & Details

This Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree arrives as a healthy, established live plant, approximately 2 feet in height from the base of the pot to the top of the foliage. It is shipped securely in a 3-gallon nursery pot, providing a strong root system ready for transplanting. Wax Apple trees typically have a moderate growth rate and can reach heights of 15-30 feet in optimal outdoor conditions, though they can be kept smaller with regular pruning or when grown in containers. The fruit, for which this tropical fruit tree is renowned, typically matures within 2-3 years from planting, depending on growing conditions and care. Expect attractive, bell-shaped fruits that ripen to a vibrant red color, offering a crisp texture and sweet aroma. The ‘Red Rocket’ cultivar is known for its reliable fruiting and ornamental value.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: This Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree arrives at approximately 2 feet tall. In ideal outdoor conditions, it can reach 15-30 feet, but its size can be managed through pruning or by growing it in a large container.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: The tree is shipped in a 3-gallon nursery pot, providing a healthy root system for easy transplanting into your garden or a larger container.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Wax Apple fruit tree is primarily an outdoor plant for tropical and subtropical climates (USDA Zones 10-11). In cooler zones, it can be grown outdoors during warm months and brought indoors as a container plant for winter.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: This tree thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and fruit production.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: While it has specific requirements for warmth and humidity, caring for the Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree is relatively straightforward with consistent watering and feeding. It’s suitable for gardeners willing to provide tropical conditions.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your Eugenias jambos live plant will arrive healthy and well-packaged, ready for immediate planting. We take great care to ensure the plant’s safe transit.
• Q: How long until it fruits? A: With proper care, you can typically expect your tropical fruit tree to begin producing fruit within 2-3 years after planting.
• Q: When is the best time to plant? A: The best time to plant your Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree is in spring or early summer, once all danger of frost has passed and temperatures are consistently warm.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: It is hardy in USDA Zones 10-11. If you are in a colder zone, you will need to protect it from frost, either by bringing it indoors or providing significant winter protection.
• Q: What’s the minimum temperature it can tolerate? A: The Red Rocket Wax Apple Tree is sensitive to frost and generally cannot tolerate temperatures below 30-35°F (approximately -1°C to 2°C) for extended periods.
• Q: What are the benefits of growing wax apple? A: Growing wax apple provides delicious, unique fruit, adds ornamental beauty to your garden, and can be a rewarding experience for tropical fruit enthusiasts.