Rose Apple
Rose Apple is an interesting and easy to grow myrtle relative from Southeast Asia, we’ve been growing Rose Apples in greenhouses for many years and they’re one of the least fussy of any sub-tropical tree we grow. Outrageous cream colored myrtle flowers are followed by fleshy fruits that taste like sweet rose water. Widely planted around Southeast Asia and other parts of the subtropical and tropical world, it can be used in various recipes but is unique and delicious right off the tree.
Latin Name: Syzygium jambos
Site and Soil: A variety of soils, but require at least 8 hours of sunlight during the growing season.
Pollination Requirements: Self-fruitful.
Hardiness: Rose apple is hardy to about 30° F.
Bearing Age: 2-3 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 10-25 ft in height, smaller with pruning, and much smaller in a container grown in cooler climates
Taste: sweet rose water
Fruit Skin: Yellow with a slight red blush
Fruit Flesh: Yellow
Bloom Time: spring
Ripening Time: September
Yield: 10-15 lbs. or more per plant
Pests & Diseases: Not bothered by pests or diseases in our region.
USDA Zone: 10