‘Barbie Pink’ Guava packs tropical flavor and color into a compact, easygoing fruit tree. Glossy evergreen leaves frame blush-pink, aromatic fruit that’s delicious straight from the branch and equally at home in smoothies, jams, and desserts.
Grow it in the ground for a steady summer-to-fall harvest, or keep it in a pot on a sunny patio for a lush, exotic look year-round. This variety is naturally tidy, productive at a young age, and happy in warm climates or protected container setups.
‘Barbie Pink’ Guava Care
Place in full sun with 6–8+ hours of direct light for best flowering and fruit set. Plant in well-drained soil enriched with compost; slightly acidic to neutral pH 5.8–7.0 is ideal. Water deeply when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry; in heat, expect 1–2 thorough soakings per week for in-ground trees and more frequent checks for containers.
Mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch a few inches away from the trunk. Feed monthly in spring through early fall with a balanced, slow-release fruit tree fertilizer (for example 6-4-6 with micronutrients); pause feeding in winter.
Prune lightly in late winter to shape and open the canopy, then tip-prune after harvest to encourage new fruiting wood. Self-fruitful, though a second guava can boost yields. Typical harvest runs late summer into fall depending on climate. Best in Zones 9–11; in cooler regions, grow in a container you can move indoors before nights drop below 40°F (4°C). If your plant is grafted, remove any suckers that emerge below the graft.
‘Barbie Pink’ Guava Spacing
For a specimen, allow 8–12 feet of width and plant 8–10 feet from walls or other trees for airflow and sun. For a loose fruiting hedge, space 6–8 feet on center and maintain at 6–8 feet tall with annual pruning. Keep 3–4 feet back from paths for comfortable clearance.
In containers, start with a 16–20 inch wide pot (7–10 gallons) with drainage; upsize to 20–24 inches (15–25 gallons) as the tree matures. Position pots 2–3 feet from a south-facing wall or bright window for reflected warmth; stake only the first season in windy sites.
Why Grow ‘Barbie Pink’ Guava?
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Rich, rosy flesh with classic tropical sweetness for fresh eating, juices, and preserves.
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Compact habit that thrives in containers or small gardens without sprawling.
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Evergreen foliage and periodic blooms provide year-round visual appeal.
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Low-fuss care with reliable productivity and self-pollinating flowers.
Bring home a tree that tastes like vacation and looks like it too. Add ‘Barbie Pink’ Guava to your space and enjoy homegrown, candy-sweet fruit from a beautiful, compact tree.
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Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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