The wonderful tropical fruit known as guava (Psidium guajava) is bursting with flavor—sweet and aromatic. Even though guavas are usually found in tropical and subtropical climates, you can grow them effectively in pots at home and enjoy the fresh produce no matter where you reside. We will walk you through every step of growing guava in pots with this simple-to-follow tutorial, from gathering seeds to taking care of your potted guava tree so it produces an abundance of fruit.

Gathering Guava Seeds

Guava seeds are required to begin growing guavas at home. Here’s how to extract guava fruit seeds when they are ripe:

Supplies You’ll Need:

Guava fruit, ripe; knife

Step 1 for Spoon: Select a Ripe Guava

Choose a ripe, mature guava that gives under light to moderate pressure. This means that seed extraction is now possible.

Step 2: Slice the Guava Open

Halve the guava with a clean, sharp knife. Take care to prevent damaging the seeds.

Step 3: Take Out the Seeds

Using a spoon, carefully remove the seeds from the middle of the guava. Every now and again, seeds may be embedded in the meat; be careful to gather them all.

Step 4: Make the Seeds Clean

To get rid of any leftover fruit flesh, rinse the gathered seeds under running water. Dry them off using a fresh paper towel.

How to Germinate Guava Seeds

It’s time to get your guava seeds ready for planting now that you have them. Well-managed germination is essential to guava plant health.

Supplies You’ll Need:

Guava seeds Paper towel that is damp Ziplock bag

Step 1: Get the paper towel ready

The guava seeds should be placed on a damp paper towel. Make sure the seeds are spaced apart, and the towel should be somewhat damp but not drenched.

Fold the paper towel in step two.

The paper towel should be folded over the seeds to form a seed packet.

Step 3: Place a Ziplock bag inside.

Seal the plastic zipper bag after putting the folded paper towel containing the seeds inside. As a result, the germination environment is regulated.

Step 4: Keep it somewhere warm.

Place the sealed ziplock bag next to a heat source or on a windowsill, somewhere warm and well-lit. The ideal temperature range for guava seeds to germinate is usually between 75°F and 85°F (24°C to 29 degrees Celsius).

Step 5: Keep an eye on things and wait

To keep the paper towel moist, check the seeds frequently. It takes two to eight weeks for germination, thus patience is needed.

How to Plant Potted Guava SeedlingsYour guava seeds are prepared for potting once they have sprouted and formed a tiny root.

Supplies You’ll Need:

Guava plants in potting mix

Pots with holes for drainageUsing a balanced, slow-release fertilizer while wateringStep 1: Get the Pots Ready

To minimize waterlogging, choose pots with sufficient drainage holes and a minimum diameter of 10 to 12 inches. Plant a potting mix that drains well and is appropriate for fruit trees in them.

Step 2: Place Seedlings in Place

Make a tiny indentation in the middle of the potting mix and carefully plant the guava seedling that has germinated, root end down. Gently place dirt over the sapling.

Step 3: Applying Water

Give the recently transplanted seedlings plenty of water and keep them moist all the time. Guavas prefer a somewhat humid atmosphere, so don’t overwater them.

Step Four: Incubation

After your guava seedlings have taken root, begin dousing them with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer to provide them the vital nutrients they require.

No matter where you reside, growing guava in pots at home can be a rewarding undertaking that produces excellent fruits. Your potted guava tree will thrive and give you a plentiful harvest for many years to come with the correct maintenance. Savor the succulent, fruity aromas of your own guavas produced in your own!