Barbados Cherry Plant - Live Acerola Cherry Tree Starter - High Vitamin C - Malpighia emarginata

Introducing the Barbados Cherry, also known as the Acerola Cherry Tree, a vibrant and productive addition to your garden. This live starter plant is perfect for those looking to grow their own high Vitamin C fruit. Each purchase includes a healthy young plant ready to thrive in your home or garden.

• Rich in antioxidants and nutrients
• Produces bright red cherries with exceptional flavor
• Fast-growing and easy to care for
• Ideal for tropical and subtropical climates
• Perfect for home gardens, patios, or containers
• Attracts pollinators and enhances biodiversity
• Great for fresh eating, jams, or juices

Common Name: Barbados Cherry
Scientific Name: Malpighia emarginata
Height at Maturity: 10-15 feet
Width at Maturity: 6-10 feet

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry between watering
Soil: Well-draining, sandy loam preferred
Hardiness Zones: 9-11
Growth Habit: Bushy, multi-branched
Format: Live starter plant, approximately 1-2 feet tall