Feijoa sellowiana (Pineapple guava)

Cultivation

Grow in light, well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny site. Tolerates drought and heat. Suitable for use as a hedge in mild climates. Will not produce fruit in areas where temperature fall below 5C (41F). Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in full light. In growth, water freely & feed every four weeks.

Suggested uses

Coastal, Mediterranean, City, Wallside and trellises

UK hardiness

H3

USDA zones

Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11

Sunset zone

7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Moderate/Medium
Central Valley = Low
South Coastal = Low
South Inland = Moderate/Medium
High and Intermediate Desert = Inappropriate
Low Desert = Moderate/Medium

Foliage

Evergreen

Habit

Bushy

Native to

Brazil, Uruguay

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

No

Fragrance

Flower petals that are slightly sweet with an interesting delicate flavor.

Toxicity

Not toxic