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If you're searching for the best feijoa variety NZ gardeners can grow, you're in good company. Feijoas, also known as pineapple guavas, are a favourite in New Zealand backyards thanks to their lush evergreen leaves, delicate flowers, and incredibly fragrant, tangy-sweet fruit. With so many delicious varieties available, it can be tricky to decide which feijoa tree is right for your garden. Whether you want early, mid, or late-season fruit, are looking for the sweetest flavour, or have limited space, this guide will help you find the best feijoa variety NZ has to offer for your needs.

Feijoa Wiki Tu fruit on a tree.

Feijoa 'Wiki Tu'

Feijoa Wiki Tu produces high yields of medium-sized fruit that are light green, sweet, and flavorsome. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 2.5 m tall and the same wide, but can be trimmed as necessary. Feijoa Wiki Tu is commonly grown for fruit production, trimmed into a hedge, used for screening, included in cottage gardens, or added to a mixed planting.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Fruit Trees
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
Feijoa Antoinette fruit ready to eat.

Feijoa 'Antoinette'

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Feijoa Antoinette produces tasty, medium-sized fruit in autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide, though it can be trimmed to smaller sizes as necessary. Feijoa Antoinette is commonly grown for fruit production, trimmed into a hedge, used for screening, or added to a mixed planting. The Plant Company recommends planting at least two feijoa varieties to provide more prolonged fruiting and improved yields.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Fruit Trees
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
Feijoa sellowiana fruit on a tree.

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...

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Feijoa Mammoth large fruit.

Feijoa 'Mammoth'

Feijoa 'Mammoth' is a popular, vigorous variety known for producing extra-large, juicy fruit with rich, aromatic flavour. It performs exceptionally...

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Feijoa Takaka fruit on a table with one cut in half.

Feijoa 'Takaka'

Feijoa Takaka produces high yields of medium-sized fruit with semi-smooth, light green skin and flesh with a pleasant tropical flavour. This...

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Feijoa 'Unique' fruit on a tree.

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...

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Feijoa White Goose fruit cut in half.

Feijoa 'White Goose'

Feijoa 'White Goose' is an early-maturing variety that produces high yields of large fruit. The fruit has a semi-smooth, light green skin and flesh...

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Feijoa 'Opal Star' fruit.

Feijoa 'Opal Star'

Feijoa 'Opal Star' is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens. Feijoa 'Opal Star' is a late-season variety of Feijoa that produces medium to...

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Feijoa 'Golden Goose' fruit.

Feijoa 'Golden Goose'

Feijoa 'Golden Goose' is a vigorous, mid-season fruiting variety known for producing large, aromatic fruit with excellent flavour. It’s ideal for...

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Feijoa Apollo fruit cut in half.

Feijoa 'Apollo'

Feijoa 'Apollo' trees produce tasty, medium-sized fruit in late autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide but can be...

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Feijoa Triumph fruit on a tree amidst green foliage.

Feijoa 'Triumph'

Feijoa 'Triumph' is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens. Feijoa 'Triumph' produces medium to large-sized, oval fruit with a firm skin in...

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Feijoa Kakariki fruit on a tree.

Feijoa 'Kakariki'

Feijoa 'Kakariki' is an early-season variety that produces large, sweet fruit in autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m...

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Feijoa Arhart fruit in a basket.

Feijoa 'Arhart'

Feijoa 'Arhart' produces large fruit in late autumn. The sweet and tasty fruit is grown on an evergreen shrub that typically grows to 3 m tall and 2...

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Feijoa 'Bambina'

Feijoa 'Bambina' is a compact, dwarf variety perfect for small gardens, patios, and containers. It grows to around 1.5 m tall and wide, forming a...

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Feijoa 'Pounamu'

Feijoa 'Pounamu' is an early-season variety that produces medium-sized fruit with a thin, smooth skin. The flesh is sweet and juicy and has a tangy...

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'Hass' Avocado fruit.

Avocado 'Hass'

Avocado 'Hass' is the world’s most popular avocado variety, prized for its rich, creamy texture and excellent flavour. This evergreen fruit tree is...

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Feijoa 'Wiki Tu'

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Choosing the Best Feijoa Variety for Your Garden

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to the best feijoa variety NZ wide. The ideal choice depends on your climate, available space, and taste preferences. Some feijoa varieties are self-fertile, making them perfect for smaller gardens, while others need a partner for pollination and heavier crops. Consider when you want to harvest, as different varieties ripen from late March through early June. Disease resistance, fruit size, and flowering habits are also worth thinking about.

Top Feijoa Varieties to Grow in New Zealand

Several outstanding feijoa varieties thrive in New Zealand’s mild climate. Here are some top choices to consider:

Tips for Getting the Best from Your Feijoa Trees

To ensure a bumper feijoa harvest, plant two or more different varieties to improve cross-pollination and boost yields, unless you opt for a self-fertile variety like Feijoa 'Unique'. Site your trees in full sun with free-draining soil, and mulch well to conserve moisture. A slow-release fertiliser each spring supports healthy growth and fruiting. Prune lightly after harvest to maintain shape and airflow.

The Final Word: Best Feijoa Variety NZ

While the best feijoa variety NZ gardeners choose depends on their specific garden and taste preferences, the good news is all the top varieties deliver tasty, rewarding fruit. Whether you’re tempted by the self-fertile Feijoa 'Unique', the robust Feijoa Feijoa sellowiana, or the luscious Feijoa 'Opal Star', you’re sure to find the perfect feijoa for your needs. Browse our range for more inspiration, and enjoy the uniquely delightful flavours feijoas bring to the Kiwi garden.


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Everyone knows classic varieties like Photinia 'Red Robin' and Ficus pumila (Creeping Fig), but you might just fall in love with Pandorea pandorana, Schefflera Green Goblin (Green Arboricola), and Zelkova serrata.
–The Plant Company

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