Eugenia sp. "Ameixa Pequena" is a lesser-known but very attractive species of Eugenia originating from the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.
It grows as a compact, very small shrub, which makes it an ideal choice for smaller spaces and growing in containers. Thanks to its modest size, it is an ideal choice for growing an unconventional tropical fruit in our conditions in a pot. Even when mature, this shrub does not exceed 80 cm in size...
The main attraction of this Eugenia is its fruits. The flesh is sweet, juicy, the fruits are excellent for direct consumption, but also suitable for preparing jams, desserts or refreshing drinks, which makes them widely used in culinary applications.
Although it is a species with excellent taste and easy growth, it is still very rare in cultivation. The plant prefers a warm subtropical climate, well-drained soil and full to partial sun. Its origin suggests that it could tolerate slightly lower temperatures.
THE SIZE OF THE PLANTS SOLD WITH THE FLOWER POT IS 15 TO 20 CM LAST PICTURE
PRICE 35€
Growing Instructions for Eugénie Ameixa Pequena
Substrate:
Preferably acidic and well-permeable.
Recommended mixture: 2 parts peat, 1 part perlite, a little sand.
Watering:
Keep the substrate slightly moist.
Reduce watering in winter, pour out excess water from the tray after watering.
Growing location:
At home all year round: As close to a window as possible, with plenty of light.
Summering is possible outside on a terrace, garden, or balcony, and only from spring to autumn: Partial shade.
Wintering:
Tropical plant - cannot tolerate temperatures below 15 °C for a long time. Winter at a minimum temperature of 15 °C.
For the winter, place in the living room, bedroom, hallway, winter garden or tempered greenhouse, always as close to a window as possible.
Fertilization:
Common water-soluble or granulated fertilizers.
For plants under 2 years old, use half the dose.
Older plants can tolerate normal doses.
Suitable fertilizer:
OSMOCOTE long-term granular fertilizer