Guava Seeds – Desi Jamakaya Variety | Amrud/Koyya | Fruit Tree Seeds for Home Gardening

Product Details

Germination Time: 15-30 days (can be slow and irregular)
Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, full sun
Ideal Climate for Sowing: Warm season crop; best sown in summer and monsoon, adaptable to a wide range of Indian climates
Plant Height: 10-15 feet at maturity (can be pruned to maintain smaller size)
Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant, every 4-6 weeks
Life Span: Perennial tree (can bear fruit for many years)
Ideal Growing Temperature: 23-32°C
First Fruit: 2-3 years after planting (from seed)
Maintenance Required: Low to moderate
Ideal Grow Bag Size: 18x18 grow bag or larger for young plants; best transplanted to ground long-term

Specifications of Desi Guava (Jamakaya) Seeds

This Desi Guava variety produces fragrant, sweet-tart fruit widely enjoyed fresh across Indian households, or used in juices, jams, and chutneys. A hardy, fast-growing tree compared to many other fruit trees, it adapts well to a range of soil types and climates, and begins bearing fruit relatively quickly, making it a rewarding choice for home gardeners.

Benefits / Uses

Fragrant, sweet-tart fruit rich in vitamin C
Versatile in the kitchen — fresh eating, juices, jams, and chutneys
Relatively fast-fruiting compared to many other fruit trees
Hardy and adaptable to a wide range of soil and climate conditions
Long-term investment — provides fruit for many years once mature

Planting and Care for Guava

Sowing: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours before sowing to help soften the seed coat and improve germination. Sow ½-1 inch deep in well-drained soil; germination can be slow, so patience is needed.
Growing: Water regularly during the young sapling stage; once established, the tree tolerates dry spells reasonably well. Prune periodically to shape the tree, control height, and encourage better fruiting.
Harvesting: Trees grown from seed typically begin fruiting after 2-3 years. Harvest fruit once it turns from dark green to a lighter green-yellow and yields slightly to gentle pressure.

Precautions While Growing Guava

Avoid waterlogging, especially in young plants, as it can lead to root rot
Germination can be slow and uneven — avoid discarding seeds too early
Watch for fruit fly and guava mealybug; use organic pest control methods where needed
Prune regularly to maintain shape, improve air circulation, and encourage better fruit set

Other Names

Botanical Name: Psidium guajava
Uses in Indian Languages:
Telugu: జామకాయ (Jamakaya)
Hindi: अमरूद (Amrud)
Tamil: கொய்யா (Koyya)
Kannada: ಸೀಬೆಕಾಯಿ (Seebekayi)
Malayalam: പേരയ്ക്ക (Perakka)

Grow Suggestions

Herb / Leafy Green / Flower

Recommended Grow Bag Size

HDPE 260 GSM Grow Bag - Perfect 6x6 Inch Solution for Urban Herb Gardening ✓ In Stock