How to grow the Miracle Fruit plant

A backyard tour of several container grown Miracle Fruit plants. Pepe offers you some advice on growing miracle berries and the amazing power they have both for entertainment and in medicinal use. Miracle Fruit, is known as Miracle Berry, a small tropical fruit shrub native to Africa. Its small red berries are prized for the effect they have on certain foods. The fruits contain miraculin which blocks sour, bitter taste receptors on the tongue.
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[@CVetteMan1111]

We grow ours in the ground in zone 9. We've had them in filtered light for many years. We give them a deep watering with a small amount of SEA90 once a year. It helps to concentrate a high amount of minerals near their root zone and most of the "bad salts" wash away during the year due to heavy rains and evaporation factors. They only need to be covered in late winter when temperatures drop below 40. Occasionally we'll top dress the soil with mushroom compost mixed with crushed pine park and they love it. Of course, they hate standing water but love rich moist soil and filtered light. So it's best to plant them in an area you can control certain factors that would otherwise relate to their demise.

[@Pepesplants]

Well done! I have had them in mid 30 degrees F no problem. Thanks for your participation and comment.

[@Kevin-Cruz]

Beautiful video! Packed with info and passion, love it :)

[@angelly833]

Thank you for making this video 🙏

[@Pepesplants]

My pleasure 😊

[@juancazanas5834]

Saludó amigo bonito video. 🙏🏻🤝👍🙌🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️

[@carmilianasfruitpickingfar803]

I have mine ,one tree of miracle fruit . started bearing fruit,2 years old

[@MIARACING]

I’m in Miami Florida, my single tree produces so many but I can’t give them away fast enough. What fertilizer do you like best? I use the same ones kn my bananas plants.

[@Pepesplants]

I use amzn.to/3wdXRDZ with acid fertilizer amzn.to/3AomD7N Except in the winter once every 90 days for the Dynamite and monthly for the Acid type fertilizer. Also fine pine bark as a top dressing mulch.

[@MIARACING]

@@Pepesplants Thank you Pepe. How often are you fertilizing now? During these heats and rain. I appreciate the info. I’m going to try to air layer for the first time this year. :-)

[@lilikoi1010]

How do you prevent the plant from rooting into the ground?

[@Pepesplants]

That's a great question. For some reason the plant has been on bare soil for many years and not ever rooted into the ground. I do move them around so that might be preventing it. They seem very happy in the pot. Possibly the roots stay in the more acidic potting soil. Outside the pot the soil is more alkaline. That might be the reason.

[@Vinny-ox2dh]

Excuse me sir hope you help me out. I got 3 miracle fruit tree for couple months but today on the leaves there are many black spots, should i cut leaves off or how to deal with it. Thank you

[@Pepesplants]

Black spots on leaves is not enough information to help you. Can you be more specific? Is the tree in a pot? How often do you water? Did you fertilize it? Tell me more about the growing conditions?

[@jhontomas3066]

Hi I've been trying to grow some of these any tutorial how to make them grow healthy and faster???

[@Pepesplants]

www.pepesplants.com/growing-miracle-fruit.html

[@Adok24]

Great video buddy. Would love to buy from you instead of amazon or elsewhere. Let me know if you can send a clipping to New Zealand. Take care

[@rgcm8702]

my plant is fruiting and growing proficiently. it used to really change the taste of sour food, however recently it doesnt do that anymore. what do i need to do? do i need to amend the soil?

[@Pepesplants]

That I never heard of before so I don't know how to answer you sorry. Are your taste buds okay? Did you let someone else try the fruit and see if it works for them?

[@cravatenoire3269]

@@Pepesplants man I love your detailed honest replies. God Bless

[@gyabesedusei3424]

It's real name is Asuwa from Ghana. Good for dialectics eat things without sugars makes its sweet.

[@RaeesUnboxingwala]

13:04 the best part of the video Nature has the cure of all the diseases, we just don't know it

[@funclub603]

Can I grow this under a big teak tree(semi shade). In my country 6 month heavy rain will be there

[@michellehuynh5244]

All the leave is burn but the seeds grow but not big can i put some vitamin on that ?

[@jeremymassimino1176]

Thanks for another great video! What easy Ph tester brand do you trust to do quick test of your potted plants? I use a Kelway tester for my outdoor soil but it’s not ideal to push that unit into a smaller pot and it would disturb the roots. All the big box store probe testers are junk and either break or are unreliable results

[@cinder7183]

I have an Enagic brand alkaline water machine that will make water with a pH between 14 and 5pH.

[@jeremymassimino1176]

@@cinder7183 Thanks but did you mean to reply to my question, because while that sounds cool, does this company make a PH soil tester?

[@GidoLeniol]

Do you have seeds of this plant?

[@GidoLeniol]

Where can I find them?

[@joydeepdas9531]

What type of fertilizer i should use for 12 inch pot for this plant

[@Pepesplants]

Organic acid type that is sold for blueberry and azalea will work.

[@WanderlassS]

Acidifying soil can use coffee ground

[@Pepesplants]

Yes you can

[@Badman24u]

How would you go about changing the soil pH? I've got two plants that are 2-3 years old in pH 7 soil, but I'm scared to transplant to a new pot because they just arrived at my house

[@Pepesplants]

You can use fine pine bark mixed into the soil and a little bit of sulphur pellets. Sorry for the late response. Just saw this comment.

[@jacobgreen6939]

Mine is 4 years old and has barely produced any. Only about 3 ft tall and looks like Charlie Brown's Christmas tree. I compost everything right by it so it should be getting the nutes. What do you think I'm doing wrong I'm in Hawaii 150 inches of rain a year.

[@Pepesplants]

They like acid soil similar to coffee and cacao plants. Maybe that's a factor to consider. How about light? How much sun and is it part shade or filtered?

[@billphoenix7727]

can u do a video about growinfg these from cuttings?

[@Pepesplants]

I did a very simple one way back. I will do another one soon more detailed. Thanks.

[@mohammadnadeem4393]

In how much litre should i grow this and many degree i have to keep it in and in sunlight or shade

[@Pepesplants]

You can keep in containers in partial sun but filtered. Container size varies depending on how large the tree is. 3, 7, 15, 25 gal containers are the way to go. Move indoors if weather gets below 40 degrees F to be safe avoid leaf desiccation. Best wishes.

[@Vinny-ox2dh]

Can i water the leaf as well while water soil ?

[@Pepesplants]

Water the leaf?

[@Vinny-ox2dh]

@@Pepesplants i meant can i shower the miracle fruit? Because my leaf looks dirty but someone told me do not make the lead wet because later will have fungus

[@heathermartin2878]

❤❤

[@joydeepdas9531]

Sir Im from India and Sir last day I have baught a miracle fruit plant sir i have a question Is this fruit is self polinating or i have to polinate & if how to do it

[@Pepesplants]

They are self pollinating. Shake the plant gently when you see flowers for pollination.

[@elonquemattheson6151]

Can these survive through a snowy winter outdoors?

[@Pepesplants]

No way!

[@beverleeshaw853]

what do you do with the berries that you don't use? How many do you eat? can you eat more than one?

[@Pepesplants]

One berry is enough to change your taste buds from sour to sweet for an hour or so. Extra berries can be frozen. You can eat more than one but no need to.

[@Xorvalius]

Had mine for around a year and it’s still very small, not growing fruit, and showing absolutely nooo process. It was around half a year or so old before we got it, so im wondering what to do. 1.5 years, it’s very small and not growing. Should I move it outside? Water it more? Very confused.

[@Pepesplants]

How much light is it getting indoors? Also are you fertilizing it and with what?

[@Xorvalius]

@@Pepesplants It’s getting a good amount of light. It’s on a cabinet with a few other plants by an all glass door, but it isn’t in direct sunlight. I watched your video and I moved it outside for the first time(it was raining,) so im hoping that’ll help a bit. We aren’t fertilizing it.

[@Pepesplants]

@@Xorvalius Okay, get an acid type fertilizer like www.amazon.com/dp/B000BX1IG6?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzpepespla-20&creativeASIN=B000BX1IG6&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.2800ATFWHY3TE&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_d_asin and follow the directions. Apply it once a month and always keep the soil moist. You should begin to see results in a about three months. Keep me posted. Best wishes.

[@Xorvalius]

@@Pepesplants Will do thanks.

[@bettyoviedo256]

I live in Chicago and bought a small plant back with me from Florida, the plant is doing ok but the leaves are now falling a lot. What am I doing wrong ? Please help . I’m worried. I’ve never had any fruit either.

[@Pepesplants]

They need an acidic soil. Repot with added 30% peat moss to the potting mix. Keep moist and in filtered light. They need a humid environment, so spray the leaves a few times a day if your air is very dry. Fertilize 2 month with a small amount of acid type organic fertilizer. Without seeing your plant and the growing conditions etc. cant offer much advise sorry.

[@VuTang858]

Can I use straight peat moss for a 5 gal??

[@Pepesplants]

Better to mix it with potting soil. Peat dries out then hard to absorb water. 60/40 Soil to peat or similar.

[@alienfrommars8704]

If the top leaves have a little blackish that the front leave tip what's wrong with the plant , it's there perfect soil for this tree I'm using potting mix . I got got one tree from a nursery and the soil that it's in now it's like a yellow red mud type of soil it get clayish when it received water

[@alienfrommars8704]

I just let the whole plant with the old mud soil from the nursery n put it into my pot I'm worried it's going to be too wet or it might affect the grow of the little tree :( need some advice from professional from u

[@Pepesplants]

@@alienfrommars8704 These plants like moisture but if the soil does not drain well that can cause root rot. I don't see the soil so I have no idea what they use at that nursery. Ask them about the soil. Overwatering usually causes yellow leaves. Black tips on leaves may indicate too much fertilizer. Use organic fertilizer and keep the soil acidic. Plenty of tips in the video. Good luck.

[@alexk3199]

I need 20 of those grafted not from seed as an impatient to ship to uganda how much will it cost me

[@Pepesplants]

We don't ship out of the USA sorry.

[@coldbeerz4ever419]

Hi! I have a plant that is fruiting right now, and most of them are green. Over the last few days a few dark colored almost black fruit have emerged. I pulled one off and opened it, and it seemed seed like. Is that normal? Any ideas? Thanks!

[@Pepesplants]

Sometimes that happens to a few of the fruit. Is the plant getting enough water. How much sunlight? Any signs of disease or insect damage.

[@gopinathreddy7651]

Am from India,How can I getting this plants (or) seeds for plantation please let me know as soon as possible.

[@Charlenejasmine]

hello! do you think this would be possible to grow this in california? do they prefer hotter climates or can they survive in the bay area as well? thank you!!

[@Pepesplants]

They are easy to grow in pots. Bring them indoors if weather outside is very dry and colder than 45 degrees to be safe. Mist them to keep the leaves and soil moist. They need minimum 50-60% relative humidity. Keep them in filtered light.

[@karenhenningsen4671]

Do you know if you can freeze this fruit...for later use?

[@Pepesplants]

Yes, but you use it while frozen. If it thaws out it looses it's magic!

[@karenhenningsen4671]

@@Pepesplants Thank you kindly for taking the time to respond.

[@seriouslyson6559]

How about planting frozen seeds? Any luck? I have a plant from you. Bought it from you 7- 10 years ago. Love it and I give them away or freeze. Just realized I have a hundred or so frozen so I'm going to try to plant some. Thanks again

[@cravatenoire3269]

@@seriouslyson6559 results?

[@klfoon]

May I know the diameter of the pots you're using ? Thanks

[@Pepesplants]

Six inches and later gradual increase to Ten inch etc.

[@loolver5209]

Thank you. I have miracle fruit berry seeds sprouting in their baggy in peat moss and need to get them into seedling trays then into your suggested mix, thereafter. I'm having no luck finding pine bark fines anywhere here near Oceanside California, so far. I've also looked for it as soil conditioner. Are there any other key names or places other than the usual home improvement stores to find them ? They don't even offer them for online ordering :/

[@Pepesplants]

The Pine Bark is sometimes called Soil conditioner so read the ingredients. If you don't find it don't worry. Use 50% Peat Moss and 50% Potting Soil for the container. For seedlings use regular potting soil and a deep pot. They have a very long tap root. Seeds can take 45 days or more to germinate. I always start Miracle Fruit seeds in as deep a tray as possible. I never use a baggy. Organic acid type fertilizer is best once a month during grow season. Happy Growing. +=)

[@loolver5209]

@@Pepesplants Thank you so much Pepe, for such a thorough reply !

[@sandrypfl]

What would be a good organic acidic Fertilizer?

[@murphdog3669]

My leafs are turning brown I don’t think my PH is low enough what can I do to fix this I can’t get pine bark in my area Can I add vinegar to my water I’ve read that

[@Pepesplants]

Check the pH and if it is too alkaline use Sulphur pellets. You might not be watering them enough, or you might be giving to much fertilizer. You might need to use an acid fertilizer. Here are some links: Follow the directions on the label. amzn.to/3tZaPVl amzn.to/39lmciw

[@michellehuynh5244]

Is it trees on the full sun & water every day very hard take care this all leave is burn i don't know why ?

[@Pepesplants]

This tree grows best in filtered light. Must have some shade for best health. They can adapt to direct sun but need plenty of water yes. Good organic fertile moist soil. Soil pH should be around 5.5 to 6.

[@randythomas3478]

South Florida???

[@Pepesplants]

I am in Davie, Florida. South Florida .

[@biglou4452]

What type of pine? Is it peat moss mixed wit a good potting soil?

[@Pepesplants]

Peat moss and Potting soil. Top dress with Pine Bark Fines.

[@biglou4452]

Thanks

[@qugnf5j]

Would a black coffee taste sweet if i eat this before drinking?

[@Pepesplants]

Don't think so. It will alter the taste of sour foods. Maybe put a tiny drop of lemon in the coffee then try it. Let me know what happens? Thanks for visiting my channel.

[@kimly1546]

Great video! Just subscribed...

[@Pepesplants]

Thanks for the sub!

[@1more4mebeautician18]

where can I buy a miracle tree :) sounds like fun

[@marquesedillinger131]

you may be surprised, I had been looking for them for years, one day at my local nursery(and I live in a very small rural area) there they were--with fruit....and to my surprise nobody seemed to 'get' what they were -- they were like $16.00...like waaayyy cheaper than would've dreamed.

[@kobeleonard148]

@@marquesedillinger131 You're lucky! I can't find any where I live. Do you have some seeds please?

[@marquesedillinger131]

@@kobeleonard148 YES it was a very lucky find, I don't have any seeds yet, they are just starting new growth. There are several sellers that have it on-line but the prices vary ALOT. @Kobe Leonard

[@shriprasaddeosthali2562]

sir can we grow them in big pots

[@Pepesplants]

Yes. I grow all of mine in pots. Start with a pot adequate for the roots. Don't take a small plant and put in a pot that is too big however. Gradually step them up.

[@michealkelm2834]

May I ask what ph they enjoy ...

[@Pepesplants]

5.5 is average

[@shriprasaddeosthali2562]

can grow it in peat moss sphagnum moss

[@shriprasaddeosthali2562]

can you tell the best soil for miracle fruit

[@Pepesplants]

A good potting soil and add 30% peat moss. They like to have acid soil like blueberries. Also I recommend filtered light not full sun. Keep moist.

[@jasminejasmine9960]

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[@billphoenix7727]

what state and zone do u live in?

[@Pepesplants]

Florida, 10 a

[@cryingfish2488]

God bless! In Jesus' name

[@singwithchris]

Am from Ghana and my grandmother hates it because it messes up the taste of her lunch. But we the kids didn't care.

[@Pepesplants]

I always tell people to wait one or two hours for the effect to wear off. LOL :-)

[@janicelembo9093]

Could I get a cutting? Of course not for free!

[@jepoy3223]

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