Name: Barbados Cherry (Acerola/Wild Crapemyrtle) - Malpighia emarginata
Brand: Wellspring Gardens
SKU: LP-FNB-CHY-BARBADOS-4.9
Price: 19.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Barbados Cherry (Acerola/Wild Crapemyrtle) - Malpighia emarginata

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The Barbados Cherry, or Malpighia emarginata (formerly Malpighia glabra), is a small shrub-like tree that produces gorgeous pink blossoms before maturing into tasty fruit. Barbados cherries are packed with more vitamin C than other varieties, so eat up! A great pick for landscapes and container growing.

Average mature height: 10 to 12 feet
Light: Full to part sun
Soil: Well-drained
Zones: 9b-11

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Barbados Cherry (Acerola/Wild Crapemyrtle) - Malpighia emarginata