Pineapple Guava (Feijoa sellowiana) – Airlayered
Pineapple guava, also known as Feijoa sellowiana or Guavasteen, is a beautiful evergreen tree or shrub with multiple landscape and edible benefits. It thrives in warm climates and is well-suited for home gardens and container growing on patios.
Pollination & Fruit
- Some varieties are self-fertile, while others require cross-pollination for fruit production.
- Even for self-fertile varieties, hand pollination increases fruit yield.
- If pollinated, Pineapple Guava flowers produce wonderful edible flowers and fruit.
- Edible flowers bloom in May, attracting pollinators.
- The sweet, aromatic fruit ripens in late summer to fall and falls when fully ripe, but it can be picked early to prevent bruising.
Fruit Characteristics
- Green, oval-shaped, about the size of a chicken egg.
- Flavor profile: A blend of pineapple, apple, and mint.
- The flesh is juicy, with a clear, gelatinous seed pulp in the center and a firmer, opaque outer flesh.
Growth & Care
- Grows 12–15 feet tall and wide but can be pruned to a smaller size.
- Leaves have an interesting ovoid shape and back-bud exceptionally well, making Pineapple Guava a fascinating choice for bonsai enthusiasts.
- Great for patio gardens, thanks to its manageable size.
- Airlayered, meaning it's a well-established, mature plant that will grow faster than seedlings or cuttings.
Current Size
These plants are approximately 7 inches+ tall at the time of shipping.
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