The Red Eugenia Rhombea is a tropical plant prized for its vibrant red fruits and ornamental appeal. Ideal for gardeners in warm climates, this plant adds exotic color to gardens, patios, and landscapes. With proper care, it thrives outdoors, producing high-quality fruits and lush foliage.
Features:
Tropical Appeal: Produces bright red fruits and attractive foliage.
Ornamental Value: Ideal for gardens, borders, or tropical landscaping.
High Yielding: Produces multiple fruits per season.
Easy to Grow: Suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Adaptable: Thrives in warm, sunny conditions.
Specifications:
Scientific Name:Eugenia rhombea
Common Name (US): Red Eugenia Rhombea
Seed Type: Open-pollinated
Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub/tree
Maturity: 24 years from seed to fruiting
Plant Height: 615 feet depending on growth conditions
Spacing: 46 feet apart
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil with pH 6.07.0
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; tolerate short dry periods once established
USDA Hardiness Zones: 911
Planting Season: Spring or early summer
Sowing Method: Start seeds indoors; transplant seedlings outdoors when warm and frost-free
Germination Temperature: 7585F (2429C)
Harvesting: Pick fruits when fully red and slightly soft
Planting Guide:
Soak seeds for 24 hours before sowing.
Sow in seed trays with well-draining soil mix.
Keep in a warm, sunny location until germination (24 weeks).
Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost and when soil has warmed.
Water regularly during establishment; reduce watering as plants mature.
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