Surinam Cherry Fruit Seeds for Planting, Enhance Your Garden with Exotic Fruit Seeds

Add a tropical flair to your home garden with Surinam Cherry Seeds (Eugenia uniflora). Known for their vibrant red, ribbed fruits and distinct sweet-tart flavor, Surinam cherries are a tropical delight loved for both their ornamental beauty and nutritional value.

These Non-GMO seeds produce hardy evergreen shrubs that thrive in warm, sunny climates, providing you with abundant fruit harvests and lush green foliage throughout the year. The plant is ideal for hedges, borders, or container gardening.

Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and essential nutrients, Surinam cherries can be enjoyed fresh, in jams, or as refreshing juices. Perfect for gardeners seeking a rare and exotic fruit variety.

Features:

• Produces glossy, bright red or orange fruits with a tangy-sweet flavor

• Non-GMO, naturally grown seeds

• Excellent ornamental and edible plant for tropical and subtropical regions

• Suitable for gardens, patios, or containers

• Fruits high in vitamin C and antioxidants

• Can be shaped as a hedge or small tree

Specifications:

• Common Name: Surinam Cherry, Pitanga, Brazilian Cherry

• Scientific Name: Eugenia uniflora

• Plant Type: Evergreen fruiting shrub or small tree

• Growth Habit: Dense, bushy, compact

• Height: 6–15 feet (1.8–4.5 m)

• Spread: 6–10 feet (1.8–3 m)

• Fruit Characteristics: Ribbed red or orange berries with a tangy-sweet taste

• Bloom Time: Spring and summer

• Harvest Season: Late spring to early fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: 5.5–7.0

• Watering: Regular, moderate moisture; drought-tolerant once mature

• Temperature Range: Prefers 65–95°F (18–35°C)

• Season: Best planted in early spring

• Germination Time: 3–6 weeks

• Plant Spacing: 8–10 feet apart

• Pollination: Self-pollinating

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting Guide:

1. Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours before planting.

2. Sow seeds ½ inch deep in a well-draining soil mix.

3. Maintain soil moisture and a temperature of 75–85°F (24–29°C).

4. Germination typically occurs in 3–6 weeks.

5. Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost, choosing a sunny location.

6. Water regularly during the growing season.

7. Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage fruiting.