Feijoa sellowiana (Acca sellowiana)

Description

This evergreen shrub is native to tropical and sub-tropical areas of South America, however its hardy nature allows for it to withstand light frost making it suitable from growing in the UK climate. Although the plant will need protection from freezing temperatures. Grey-green elliptical leaves have a white-felted underside, densely populating the slim brown-orange stems. The plant is able to reach heights of around 2.5 metres tall and spreading out to a similar width. Its eye-catching foliage has led to it being cultivated for its ornamental value, however its most distinct feature are the bright blooms which are followed by sweet edible fruit, known as pineapple guava.

WATERING

Water regularly and thoroughly during the active growing season of spring and summer. Once the plant is well established it can be drought tolerant.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Full sun or partial shade, although avoid a south-facing location to protect from harsh summer sun.

FEED

Use fertiliser twice during the spring and summer to encourage healthy growth.

REPOTTING

Plant using well-drained compost. If growing in a container, size up into a slightly bigger container every 2-3 years around the months of April or September.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens’ height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.

Plant supplied in plastic nursery pot.