Feijoa sellowiana |
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Pineapple Guava, Feijoa |
Description
Classified as an evergreen shrub or a small tree, this plant grows slowly to 15' x 15'. It can be pruned to almost any size or shape. Its foliage is grey-green and silvery underneath. White flowers with bright red stamens resemble apple blossoms and are followed by 1"-4" long, oval, edible fruit. Fullsun is required for proper growth. Native to South America.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Red, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Green
Fruit Season
Summer
Water Saving Tip:
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.