Grumichama
Quick grow facts
Sun
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Soil
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Pot size
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Water
Sufficient water is essential, especially during flowering and fruit development
UH CTAHR; HawaiiFertilizer
¼ lb organic 6-6-6 four times a year until year 3, then ¼ lb 8-8-8 increased with growth, around the drip line; over-fertilizing suppresses flowering
UH CTAHR; HawaiiPollination
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Pests & diseases
No serious disease problems with proper care (UH CTAHR); a host for fruit flies
Growables.orgLook out for (Houston)
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What it is
A small tree from Brazil's Atlantic rainforest with deep crimson, cherry-like berries about 3–5 cm across.
PFAFWhy grow/eat it
The fruit is excellent eaten fresh, with soft, melting pulp and a mild, slightly tart taste. Most of the flavor is in the skin.
PFAFHarvest in Houston
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Container tips
Likes full sun or part-day shade and does not like alkaline soil. Mature trees take brief frost to about 27°F, but young shoots get hurt, so protect it in freezes.
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