best feijoa trees nz
Looking for the best feijoa trees NZ has to offer? If you’re dreaming of picking sweet, aromatic feijoas straight from your own backyard, it’s important to choose varieties that suit our unique New Zealand climate and your specific garden setting. From classic cultivars to newer favourites, feijoa trees are prized for lush evergreen foliage, beautiful late spring blooms, and their irresistible fruit. Here, we break down the top feijoa varieties for Kiwi gardeners, with expert advice on selection, planting, and care.
Feijoa Feijoa sellowiana
Feijoa sellowiana, commonly known as Brazilian Guava or Pineapple Guava, is one of the original Feijoa varieties from which many new varieties have been bred. This late-season producer bears fruit in autumn, which is medium-sized and very tasty. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide but is often trimmed to smaller sizes. Feijoa sellowiana is commonly grown for fruit production, trimmed into a hedge, used for screening, or added to a mixed planting. We recommend planting at least two varieties to provide for a more extended fruiting period and ensure better pollination.
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Feijoa 'Unique'
Feijoa Unique is a self-fertile variety highly regarded in New Zealand for its early fruiting and excellent flavour. It produces medium-sized, sweet fruit with a soft, juicy texture from late autumn. This evergreen tree typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide, making it ideal for home gardens and smaller spaces. Feijoa Unique thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and tolerates moderate frosts.
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