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chilean guava for sale nz

Ready to add an extraordinary edible shrub to your New Zealand garden? Find the finest chilean guava for sale nz right here. Also known as Myrtus ugni or New Zealand Cranberry, this versatile evergreen guarantees year-round interest with its aromatic leaves, stunning pink flowers, and clusters of delicious, ruby-red berries. Chilean guava not only offers unique ornamental value, but also sweet, fragrant fruit that shines in everything from fresh salads to jams and desserts. Its compact size and hardy nature make it the perfect choice for urban gardens or lifestyle blocks across Aotearoa.

Myrtus ugni (Chilean Guava)

Chilean Guava, New Zealand Cranberry, Ugni Berry

Myrtus ugni, commonly known as the NZ Cranberry or Chilean Guava, is an evergreen shrub grown for its lush foliage, pretty flowers, and colourful berries. It bears small, glossy, dark green leaves held densely on short stems. The real appeal of this plant is the masses of small, white flowers borne from summer through autumn, which result in red berries as it grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. Myrtus ugni is commonly used as a hedge, incorporated into a mixed planting, grown in a container, featured in a cottage garden, or added to an edible garden.

A Myrtus ugni (Chilean Guava) plant with small green leaves and red berries.
  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Shrubs
  • Height:
    1.50 m
  • Spread:
    1.00 m
  • Flowering time:
    Summer, Autumn
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Hardy
  • Garden uses:
    Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas
  • Garden styles:
    Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
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Why Choose Chilean Guava (New Zealand Cranberry)

Chilean guava (Myrtus ugni) is celebrated for both its ornamental beauty and edible appeal. Small, leathery, glossy leaves provide a lush backdrop, while scented, pale pink flowers appear from late spring to summer, attracting bees and pollinators. By mid to late summer, charming red berries ripen, bursting with a rich, sweet flavour reminiscent of wild strawberries and spice. The fruit is packed with antioxidants and makes an excellent addition to desserts, coulis, or simply enjoyed fresh from the shrub.

Growing Chilean Guava in New Zealand

Chilean guava thrives in most regions of New Zealand, provided it has a sunny to partially shaded spot and well-drained soil. Regular moisture encourages fruiting, though established shrubs are surprisingly drought tolerant. Shelter from harsh winds will help protect flower and berry set. Thanks to its neat, compact growth (usually 1–1.5m high), chilean guava is perfect for hedges, edible borders, or even container gardening on patios.

Pruning after fruiting keeps your plant tidy and encourages a bumper crop the following year. Mulch in spring, and feed with a balanced fertiliser for best results. With just a little care, Myrtus ugni brings reliable harvests and a splash of evergreen beauty all year round.

Companion Shrubs for Unique Garden Design

Chilean guava pairs beautifully with a range of evergreen and flowering shrubs. Consider planting alongside classic fragrance shrubs like Myrtus communis, the golden-leaved Myrtus Glanleam Gold, or striking variegated Myrtus communis Variegata. For foliage contrast, try silver-hued Corokia Geentys Ghost or the vibrant flower displays of Callistemon 'Purple Splendour' (Purple Bottlebrush) and Ceanothus 'Eleanor Taylor' (California Lilac Eleanor Taylor). Enhance shade gardens and woodland borders with the fragrant blooms of Rhododendron Scented Sun or the bold colour of Azalea Miss Suzie.

Order Chilean Guava for Sale NZ

If you've been searching for top-quality chilean guava for sale nz, look no further. Whether you’re keen to harvest your own berries, attract pollinators, or experiment with edible landscaping, Myrtus ugni is an inspiring choice for New Zealand gardeners. Order today to secure healthy plants, ready for dispatch across the country. Bring the rich taste and beauty of Chilean guava to your garden for years of delicious harvests and year-round enjoyment.


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