How to Grow and Care for Jaboticaba tree

Jaboticaba tree, also known as Brazilian Grape Tree, Brazilian Jaboticaba, Yvapurũ, Guapurú, Sabará, Jaboticaba Sabará, Hairy Jaboticaba

The jaboticaba tree is a tropical fruit tree known for its unique growth habit and care requirements. It thrives in humid climates with well-draining soil and requires consistent moisture, without being waterlogged. Special care points include protecting the jaboticaba tree from frost and managing its slow growth rate by providing ample sunlight and patience. The care difficulty level is generally considered 'difficult' due to its sensitivity to temperature and need for specific growing conditions.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Jaboticaba tree

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Planting Time	Spring, Early summer, Early fall
Hardiness Zones	10-12

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Jaboticaba tree displays a unique habit with its glossy, broad, oval leaves and its bark smooth to slightly rough in texture. A striking feature is its purplish-black, grape-like fruit, measuring about 0.8-1.6 inches (2-4 cm) in diameter, which grow in clusters adhering directly to the woody main stem and branches. The blooms present as white, clustered flowers, which further add to its ornamental value. This plant generally reaches heights of 10-45 feet (3-13.5 meters), showcasing a dense, rounded canopy.