Feijoa sellowiana (Pineapple Guava)
Exotic, evergreen, and surprisingly hardy, Feijoa sellowiana is a versatile shrub or small tree grown for its striking flowers, edible fruit, and handsome foliage. The leaves are silvery-green above and softly felted beneath, creating a refined, Mediterranean look that shines all year.
In early summer, it produces extraordinary flowers with white petals flushed pink and crowned with a cluster of vivid red stamens. These blooms are not only decorative but also edible, with a sweet, perfumed taste. Later in the season, if conditions are right, the plant bears delicious guava-like fruits with aromatic, pineapple-flavoured flesh.
Hardy in much of the UK (down to around –10°C), Feijoa thrives best in a sunny, sheltered spot and makes a superb choice for borders, warm walls, or large containers. Its combination of ornamental beauty and edible harvest makes it an excellent feature for both decorative and productive gardens.
Growing conditions:
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Position: Full sun; best against a warm, sheltered wall in cooler regions
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Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Aspect: Hardy to around –10°C; tolerates coastal sites
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Care: Low-maintenance; prune lightly after fruiting or flowering to maintain shape
Key features:
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Evergreen shrub or small tree with silvery-green foliage
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Unique pink-and-red summer flowers, edible and ornamental
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Produces pineapple-flavoured guava-like fruits in autumn (in warm summers)
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Hardy, low-maintenance, and suitable for borders or containers
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Height: 3–4m | Spread: 2–3m (smaller if container-grown)
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.