These Sylvia guavas were started at CRISP Farms on February 26, 2025, from seed generously shared by Kaz on the Tropical Fruit Forum. Sylvia has developed quite a reputation among guava enthusiasts, with Kaz describing it as one of the best guavas he has ever tasted. Several growers on the forum also noted similarities to Carmine-type guavas, which are known for their outstanding flavor and attractive fruit.
As with any seed-grown guava, there is no guarantee that every seedling will be identical to the parent tree. That's part of the adventure. Each seedling carries the genetics of a highly regarded selection while offering the possibility of revealing something unique of its own. Some may closely resemble the original Sylvia, while others may develop their own strengths in flavor, fruit size, productivity, or growth habit.
These seedlings have been grown in the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans, where they are being tested under real Gulf Coast conditions—heat, humidity, torrential summer rains, and the occasional winter cold snap.
For collectors, fruit enthusiasts, and anyone interested in growing exceptional guava genetics, Sylvia is an exciting addition to the orchard. We look forward to seeing how these seedlings perform in Louisiana and whether one of them becomes the next standout selection worth sharing with growers around the country.
These Sylvia guavas were started at CRISP Farms on February 26, 2025, from seed generously shared by Kaz on the Tropical Fruit Forum. Sylvia has developed quite a reputation among guava enthusiasts, with Kaz describing it as one of the best guavas he has ever tasted. Several growers on the forum also noted similarities to Carmine-type guavas, which are known for their outstanding flavor and attractive fruit.
As with any seed-grown guava, there is no guarantee that every seedling will be identical to the parent tree. That's part of the adventure. Each seedling carries the genetics of a highly regarded selection while offering the possibility of revealing something unique of its own. Some may closely resemble the original Sylvia, while others may develop their own strengths in flavor, fruit size, productivity, or growth habit.
These seedlings have been grown in the Lower Ninth Ward of New Orleans, where they are being tested under real Gulf Coast conditions—heat, humidity, torrential summer rains, and the occasional winter cold snap.
For collectors, fruit enthusiasts, and anyone interested in growing exceptional guava genetics, Sylvia is an exciting addition to the orchard. We look forward to seeing how these seedlings perform in Louisiana and whether one of them becomes the next standout selection worth sharing with growers around the country.
