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Chilean Guava

Ugni molinae, Myrtaceae

Zones
8–10
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)Partial Shade (acceptable)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Lemon BasilOcimum x citriodorum
Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing
Japanese KerriaKerria japonica
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Drooping LeucothoeLeucothoe fontanesiana
Pollinator SharingShade Provision
GrumichamaEugenia brasiliensis
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Lemon MyrtleBackhousia citriodora

Chilean Guava and Lemon Myrtle both produce aromatic compounds that can be mutually inhibitory

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Chilean Guava grow in?

Chilean Guava grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Chilean Guava?

Good companions for Chilean Guava include Lemon Basil, Japanese Kerria, Drooping Leucothoe, Grumichama.

Design guilds with Chilean Guava and see companion relationships visually.

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