Jamaican Cherry Tree 15G

Jamaican Cherry Tree in 15-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL.

Sweet, soft, and fast to fruit—the Jamaican Cherry Tree (Muntingia calabura) in a 15-gallon pot is a vibrant addition to any South Florida edible garden. Also known as the Panama Berry or Strawberry Tree, this fast-growing tropical gem produces tiny red fruits with a flavor often compared to cotton candy or strawberry jam. Loved by kids, birds, and bees alike, it’s one of the easiest and most rewarding fruit trees to grow in our subtropical climate.

This 15-gallon size offers a balanced mix of size and portability—big enough to establish quickly, yet still manageable for patios or in-ground transplanting.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Requires full sun for best growth and fruiting. Give it 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Watering: Water regularly while the tree is young and establishing. Once mature, it becomes drought-tolerantand thrives with minimal watering.

• Soil: Tolerant of poor or sandy soils, but thrives in well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Compost boosts early growth and productivity.

• Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced fertilizer 2–3 times per year. Because it grows quickly, a regular feeding schedule supports lush foliage and year-round fruiting.

• Growth Habit: Spreading, open-branching tree with soft green leaves and charming white flowers. In a 15-gallon pot, expect it to be 4–6 feet tall, with the potential to grow 20–30 feet if planted in-ground.

• Temperature: Ideal for USDA Zones 10–11. Thrives in South Florida’s tropical and coastal climates. Young trees may need protection during rare cold snaps.

• Maintenance: Very low. Prune lightly to manage shape and size—responds well to trimming and regenerates quickly.

Fruit Notes: Produces marble-sized, bright red fruits with soft, sweet flesh that melts in your mouth. Fruits continuously in warm climates and is beloved for its high production and unique flavor.

Ideal For:

• Tropical home gardens and food forests

• Beginner fruit growers and kids’ gardens

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

• Fast-growing shade with edible benefits

• Patio or container gardening

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Muntingia calabura

• Plant Type: Tropical fruiting tree

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Fast-growing, spreading evergreen

• Container Size: 15-gallon pot

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