{"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","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow your own nutrient-rich tropical fruit with this Barbados Cherry Tree (\u003cem\u003eMalpighia emarginata\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Acerola. This live starter plug arrives 3–4 inches tall and is ready to plant, making it a great addition to your home garden, patio, or greenhouse setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fast-growing shrub produces small, bright red cherries packed with Vitamin C and antioxidants. Known for its tart flavor, the fruit is perfect for fresh eating, juices, and preserves. In addition to its edible benefits, it also serves as an attractive ornamental plant with glossy green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: This plant ships bare root with no pot or soil included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrders ship within 1–5 days via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. Spring shipping times may vary slightly due to demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Barbados Cherry plant (\u003cem\u003eMalpighia emarginata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Size: approximately 3–4 inches tall\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Bare root (no pot or soil included)\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy starter plug ready to plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barbados Cherry, Acerola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malpighia emarginata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical fruit shrub\/tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starter plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9–11 (container friendly in cooler zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 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":52504121704580,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify_f0510e9c-c932-4817-bc86-07c4ffe5c384.jpg?v=1783761576","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/barbados-cherry-tree-malpighia-emarginata-live-plant-3-4-inch-starter-plug-acerola-fruit-tree-tropical-vitamin-c-plant-bare-root","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}