BARBOSA CHERRY

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Barbados Cherry (Acerola Cherry) – Malpighia emarginata Type: Tropical / Subtropical Fruiting ShrubSun: Full Sun to Part Sun ☀️Water: Moderate (likes good drainage)Growth: 8–12 ft (can be kept smaller with pruning)Cold Hardy: About 28–30°F (needs protection in freezes)Evergreen: Yes in warm climates Soft, juicy fruit (not like grocery cherries) Tart to sweet-tart flavor Best for: Fresh eating (right off the plant) Juicing Jams & jellies Produces bright red cherries several times a year Extremely high in Vitamin C (one of the highest of any fruit) Fast-growing and productive Can be grown as a shrub or small tree Show more