How to Grow and Care for Feijoa

Feijoa, also known as Pineapple guava, Guavasteen, Brazilian guava, Fig guava

Feijoa thrives with basic maintenance, tolerating a range of conditions with relative ease. The plant needs well-draining soil and regular watering with a preference for drier conditions in winter. A special care point to note is providing feijoa with ample sunlight and protection from harsh frosts. Regular pruning after fruiting keeps feijoa healthy and promotes the next season's growth.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Feijoa

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-6.5
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	8-10

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Feijoa showcases evergreen foliage and oval-shaped leaves that reach lengths of about 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.5 cm). This shrub blooms striking flowers with fleshy white petals and a prominent cluster of long, bright red stamens. It typically grows to a height and width of around 10 to 15 feet (3 to 4.5 meters). The plant bears edible fruits that are oblong, about 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.5 cm) in length, with a green to bluish-green skin and juicy, aromatic pulp.