2 Replies 1416 Views May 02, 2013, 10:30 by Growing4mykids : Chilean Guava Started by Middlesexbloke on Grow Your Own. I bought it online from Suttons, who say they look like blueberries and taste like wild strawberries and that they don't need a lot of aftercare. Chilean Guava is an attractive evergreen shrub that will make an unusual addition to the kitchen garden. Grow your own edible hedge, with stunning bell-shaped scented blossoms. Watch later. Consider it experimental in areas that regularly get over 80-85 degrees, especially if nights are warm. Heeft graag zon maar geen volle middagzon. The older ones are putting on new growth after a radical haircut to deal with their leggy habit and I'm amazed at how profusely they're sending up root suckers...no trouble propagating them here, anyway. Unfortunately like many companies in our industry we are currently only able to supply orders to UK based customers, excluding those in Northern Ireland. Tap to unmute. We reserve the right to revise any carriage charges in the event of carrier price increase or other unforeseen circumstances. It is that good. Pruning is generally straightforward and normally consists of trimming back to maintain the desired shape as and when is appropriate. p&p) 299 £15.75 : Chilean Guava ‘Ka Pow’ A small evergreen shrub producing deliciously sweet berries with a strawberry like flavour. All other products incur a carriage charge of £4.99. Wauw! Out Of Stock Until Autumn 2021. Chilean Wintergreen Cutting Wood . Find the perfect chilean guava stock photo. Its no surprise, that it is also a firm favourite amongst the Suttons family because they are deliciously sweet and we can see why HRH was so fond of them. We are only liable for the cost of the goods as quoted on the website plus the cost of delivery if the goods are faulty. In late spring the hedge will blossom with small bell-shaped, lightly scented pale pink flowers. Chilean Guava 'Ka-Pow'. Ka Pow ) Ugni molinae Ka-Pow ('Yanpow') - An unusual addition to the kitchen garden: 2 litre pot: £14.99 Delivery by Crocus Flowering Quince Cutting Wood . Mar 30, 2013 - Chilean Guava Plant - 'KA-POW' - 239380 - Developed by James Wong - Vegetable Seeds - Gardening Chilean guava is almost always sold as a generic variety – although there is a variegated form, "Flambeau", which is equally delicious and slightly hardier than the unvariegated type. I bought myself a chilean guava (ka pow, or ugni molinae) recently from Ken muir which arrived three days ago. I think. Huge collection, amazing choice, 100+ million high quality, affordable RF and RM images. When put outside in summer, it likes partial shade here as we are very high up in elevation and the leaves tend to burn otherwise. ), followed by small red fruits that look like blueberries (ok, ok, we know blueberries aren't red) and taste like wild strawberries. In spring the branches are laden with nodding, lightly scented pink flowers, which are followed by aromatic rounded fruits that have a pear-like texture and a deliciously sweet flavour. Will certainly be back. 243. posted 3 years ago. It was called ‘ka-pow’ (that made me cringe a little). It will grow to a height of 1.5-3m (5-10ft). The Chilean Guava Plant - 'KA-POW', is the unique fruit that looks like a blueberry but, taste likes a delicious wild strawberry. It’s a pretty vigorous little shrub, so you can do this at various points in the season. Height 3m (10') but can be trimmed. In spring, exquisitely fragrant, bell-shaped, pale pink and white flowers hang in profusion. Lokale naam: Chileense guave. Seasonal items such as plants are sent separately with the estimated delivery times stated against each variety both in our catalogue and on our website. Suttons wants to ensure that all of our plants are delivered to you in the best condition for planting. We are committed to finding a way that we can resume or normal services again as soon as possible. In spring, exquisitely fragrant, bell-shaped, pale pink and white flowers hang in profusion. I planted this unimpressive looking Chilean guava ‘Ka-pow’ Myrtus ugni today. Pot size - available in 2 litre or 9 cm pot. This new variety 'KA-POW' is British bred and named by James Wong himself. Ugni molinae (Chilean Guava) is a lovely, bushy evergreen shrub of upright habit with four-season ornamental interest. Jan 31, 2015 - Buy Chilean guava ( syn. These 7cm tall plants need potting on but provide a brilliant balance between value and effort. We reserve the right to contact you and advise an additional charge where necessary and are happy to quote for carriage of specific products to more remote areas. Sun or semi-shade. This species is common in Chile and usually grows on cleared land or on the edge of woods, forming part of the bush community. Sharon went on a planting spree early this spring and lifted about two dozen root sucker pups and put them along a fence by the cattle yards. Up Next. Chilean Guavas will grow in most moist, but free draining soils, in full sun to partial shade and are hardy in most areas of the U.K. providing they are given a warm, sheltered position. Gardens: the remarkably under-rated Chilean guava Fragrant, sweet, pretty and easy to grow in shade, this delicious Andean berry deserves to be … ", “I bought all my seeds, potatoes, etc. Ka Pow ) Ugni molinae Ka-Pow ('Yanpow') - An unusual addition to the kitchen garden: 2 litre pot: £14.99 Delivery by Crocus Copy link. De besjes zijn eetbaar en smaken zuur, worden gebruikt voor jam. Hardy down to -10øC. Buy Chilean guava ( syn. Please note that when several items are ordered they may not all be delivered at the same time. Here in Montana, it must be grown inside as a houseplant although it loves to go outside during the summer months. Chilean Wintergreen Cutting Wood . It is a slow-growing, dense, evergreen shrub with small aromatic, dark grey-green leaves. The fruit is very aromatic and has a fabulous flavour that is similar to wild strawberries. Requiring little effort, these 12cm tall plug plants are ready to plant in the ground, once the threat of frosts has passed, kick starting your summer bedding display. Page 1 of 1 Start over Page 1 of 1 . Chilean Guava Plant - 'KA-POW'The Chilean Guava Plant - 'KA-POW', is the unique fruit that looks like a blueberry but, taste likes a delicious wild strawberry. James Wong Chilean Guava - Ka-Pow From Suttons Seeds. Its no surprise, that it is also a firm favourite amongst the Suttons family because they are deliciously sweet and we can see why HRH was so fond of them. In spring the branches are laden with nodding, lightly scented pink flowers, which are followed by aromatic rounded fruits that have a pear-like texture and a deliciously sweet flavour. SORRY, CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE - TO BE ALERTED WHEN NEXT AVAILABLE SELECT POT SIZE IF APPROPRIATE, Get notification by email when this plant is available. De besjes zijn eetbaar en smaken zuur, worden gebruikt voor jam. The fruit is very aromatic and has a fabulous flavour that is similar to wild strawberries. Gooseberry Cutting Wood . What do they taste like ? Bomenzoeker Webwinkel - Ugni molinae 'Ka-Pow' syn. One of the reasons I garden for food production is I can grow things you simply cannot find in … Chilean Guava ‘Flambeau’ A small variegated shrub producing sweet shiny red edible fruits in autumn. (Myrtus Ugni 'Ka-Pow') - Chileense Guave - onderdeel van Jan den Hertog - Tuinplanten Boskoop Share. The plant is tolerant of most soils provided it is moist and well drained and will benefit from the addition of well-rotted garden compost. If ordering any large items marked   a surcharge of £5 per item will be applied. It really is low-maintenance. Here in Montana, it must be grown inside as a houseplant although it loves to go outside during the summer months. The local Spanish name is murta, and the Mapuche Native American name is "Uñi" or Uñiberry. I first came across it when I visited his nursery a few years back. Chilean guava Ka Pow is hardy down to -10°C or thereabouts and will need a sunny, sheltered spot to induce the plant to fruit but the most trouble it'll give you is in digging a small hole in which to plant it. This video tells you a little more about it: Ugni Molinae Ka-Pow is a hardy evergreen shrub with pendant urn shaped pinkish white flowers followed by edible red fruit suitable for sun or semi-shade. You don't need a heated greenhouse to grow your very own exotic fruit with this tropical-tasting, cool tolerant crop. Jan 30, 2017 - Buy Chilean guava ( syn. To 5 feet. It has aromatic foliage and delicious berries in late summer. Suttons, Woodview Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 7NG. Our 9cm potted plants are amazing value and will give your garden a spectacular summer boost. Chilean Guava is an attractive evergreen shrub that will make an unusual addition to the kitchen garden. The Chilean Guava is fairly easy to grow given the correct conditions. Ugni molinae, commonly known as Chilean guava, or strawberry myrtle, is a shrub native to Chile and adjacent regions of southern Argentina. Plant your Chilean guava in a moist, well drained soil in full sun, sheltered from cold drying winds. These 5cm plugs are great for confident gardeners and should be potted on before planting out. Landscape Value. All Suttons products should reach you in perfect condition, just as they left us. Gardens: the remarkably under-rated Chilean guava Fragrant, sweet, pretty and easy to grow in shade, this delicious Andean berry deserves to be … Chilean Guava 'Ka Pow' produces larger berries than the common molinae species, and also produces them at a younger age. 831893 MIRTE, CHILEENSE ook wel genoemd: TAZZIBES, AARDBEIMIRTE, MIRTEBES (Engels: Tazziberry, Chilean Guava, Ugni, Chilean Cranberry, Myrtleberry) Cranberry Cutting Wood . pollinator Posts: 4328. Elaeagnus. Chilean Guava Plant - 'KA-POW'A royal favourite this Chilean Guava plant will be the talking point of any garden!The Chilean Guava Plant - 'KA-POW', is the unique fruit that looks like a blueberry but, taste likes a delicious wild strawberry. Ka Pow ) Ugni molinae 'Ka-Pow ('Yanpow')' - An unusual addition to the kitchen garden: Delivery by Waitrose Garden Our website uses cookies. Please accept our apologies for any inconvience caused. It is in the same botanical family as the guava. We will always advise of the carriage charge before payment is taken. The Chilean Guava is fairly easy to grow given the correct conditions. Slowly through the summer, they are followed by sweet and delicious, dark red berries, 1/2 in. They are delicious eaten fresh on their own or when made into jam or even, gorgeous sweet Guava gin! Packet seed only will incur a carriage charge of £2.99.