{"product_id":"guava-tree-potting-mix","title":"Guava Tree Potting Mix – Moisture-Balanced Tropical Fruit Soil","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuava Tree Potting Mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich, Moisture-Balanced Mix for Healthy Roots \u0026amp; Tropical Fruit Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive your Guava Tree a growing environment designed to provide \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsistent moisture, excellent drainage, and plenty of air around the roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuava Trees are vigorous tropical fruit trees valued for their attractive evergreen foliage, fragrant flowers, and flavorful fruit. From Pink and White Guavas to varieties such as Mexican Cream, Thai Guava, Ruby Supreme, and Red Malaysian, Guavas can grow very well in containers when their roots have the right balance of moisture and drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Guava Tree Mix is formulated specifically for container growing. Coco coir and peat moss help maintain steady moisture between waterings, while fine pine bark provides organic structure and air space throughout the root zone. Perlite and pumice improve drainage and long-lasting porosity, while calcined clay helps maintain structure and buffer moisture and nutrients. A small amount of worm castings contributes organic matter and gentle nutrition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efertile, airy, moisture-balanced growing medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed to support healthy roots, vigorous growth, flowering, and fruit development without keeping the root zone continuously wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Mix Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade for Guava Trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned specifically for container-grown Guavas and their combination of vigorous tropical growth, regular moisture needs, and preference for good drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsistent Moisture Retention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoco coir and peat moss help maintain moderate, even moisture between waterings without creating an excessively dense growing medium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Drainage \u0026amp; Root Aeration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine pine bark, perlite, and pumice maintain open pore space throughout the mix so excess water can drain while oxygen remains available to the roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable Structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcined clay and other porous ingredients help the growing medium maintain structure rather than quickly becoming compacted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle Organic Nutrition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorm castings provide organic matter and a mild nutrient contribution while still allowing you to control long-term fertilization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoco Coir • Peat Moss • Pine Bark • Perlite • Pumice • Calcined Clay • Worm Castings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuava Tree • Psidium guajava • Tropical Guava • Pink Guava • White Guava • Mexican Cream Guava • Thai Guava • Ruby Supreme Guava • Red Malaysian Guava • Dwarf Guava Trees • Patio Guava Trees • Seed-Grown Guava Trees • Other Container-Grown Guava Varieties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're growing a compact Guava Tree on your patio, a productive Pink or White Guava, a Thai Guava, or a young tree started from seed, this specialty mix provides a root environment designed for healthy container growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the growing medium regularly rather than watering according to a fixed calendar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring active growth, keep the mix \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emoderately and consistently moist without keeping it continuously saturated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly when the upper portion of the mix begins to dry, allowing excess water to drain freely from the container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuava Trees can use considerable moisture while producing new leaves, flowers, and developing fruit. Young trees, recently repotted plants, and fruiting specimens may require closer moisture monitoring than established plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring hot, sunny, dry, or windy weather, container-grown Guavas may require more frequent watering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid allowing actively growing plants to remain severely dry for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the same time, do not repeatedly water an already-wet root zone. Healthy Guava roots need oxygen as well as moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring cooler weather or periods of slower growth, reduce watering frequency while preventing the root system from becoming excessively dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering needs will vary with tree size, container size and material, sunlight, temperature, humidity, season, and drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNever allow the container to remain standing in water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuava Trees benefit from regular nutrition during active growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebalanced fertilizer or one formulated for tropical fruit 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It is formulated for container-grown Guava Trees and is not conventional garden soil. Plants, trees, pots, fruit, and decorative materials shown in photos are for illustration only and are not included unless specifically stated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, always consider your Guava variety, mature tree size, container size, drainage, sunlight, temperature, humidity, seasonal growth, fertilization, and watering needs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blooming Faith Farm","offers":[{"title":"1\/2 Gallon","offer_id":54497537982747,"sku":null,"price":19.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":54497538015515,"sku":null,"price":29.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":54505630499099,"sku":null,"price":52.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Gallon","offer_id":54505630531867,"sku":null,"price":89.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/4003\/7915\/files\/Guava_Tree.png?v=1793678258","url":"https:\/\/bloomingfaithfarm.com\/products\/guava-tree-potting-mix","provider":"Blooming Faith Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}