Feijoa Sellowiana Wall Frame 160 x 110cm

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:

• Position: Full sun; best against a warm, sheltered wall in cooler regions

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Aspect: Hardy to around –10°C; tolerates coastal sites

• Care: Low-maintenance; prune lightly after fruiting or flowering to maintain shape

Key features:

• Evergreen shrub or small tree with silvery-green foliage

• Unique pink-and-red summer flowers, edible and ornamental

• Produces pineapple-flavoured guava-like fruits in autumn (in warm summers)

• Hardy, low-maintenance, and suitable for borders or containers

• Height: 3–4m | Spread: 2–3m (smaller if container-grown)