{"product_id":"barbados-cherry-tree-malpighia-emarginata-live-plant-3-4-inch-starter-plug-acerola-fruit-tree-tropical-vitamin-c-plant-bare-root","title":"Barbados Cherry Tree Malpighia emarginata Live Plant 3-4 Inch Starter Plug Acerola Fruit Tree Tropical Vitamin C Plant Bare Root","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBarbados Cherry Tree (Malpighia emarginata) Starter Plug\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow a nutrient-rich tropical fruit shrub with this Barbados Cherry Tree, also known as Acerola. This live plant arrives as a 3–4 inch bare root starter plug, ready to be planted in your garden, patio, or greenhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces small, bright red cherries high in Vitamin C and antioxidants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing tropical fruit shrub with glossy green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTart-flavored fruit ideal for fresh eating, juices, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBare root plant shipped without pot or soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure packaging ensures safe delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Barbados Cherry, Acerola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Malpighia emarginata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Tropical fruit shrub\/tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Starter plug (3–4 inches tall)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: 6–12 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 9–11 (container friendly in cooler zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in a warm, sunny location and protect from frost. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce watering as the plant matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Beyond The Ridges","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46930017681607,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/ListingShopify_f0510e9c-c932-4817-bc86-07c4ffe5c384.jpg?v=1785519575","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/barbados-cherry-tree-malpighia-emarginata-live-plant-3-4-inch-starter-plug-acerola-fruit-tree-tropical-vitamin-c-plant-bare-root","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}