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different types of feijoa trees

Feijoa trees are a favourite in New Zealand gardens, thanks to their delicious fruit, hardy nature, and attractive evergreen foliage. If you’re searching for information on different types of feijoa trees, you’re in the right place. There are many unique cultivars to choose from, each with their own flavour profiles, fruiting times, and growth habits—making it easy to find a feijoa tree to suit any garden, large or small. Below, we’ll introduce you to some of the most popular feijoa varieties and help you decide which might be perfect for your home orchard.

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'

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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'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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Popular Feijoa Varieties

Feijoa 'Unique'

One of the most popular different types of feijoa trees grown in New Zealand is the Feijoa 'Unique'. This variety is known for its early fruiting and reliable self-fertility, so it’s an excellent choice if you only have room for one tree. With smooth, juicy flesh and aromatic flavour, Feijoa 'Unique' offers abundant crops even in cooler regions.

Feijoa Feijoa sellowiana

If you’re interested in original and hardy varieties, Feijoa Feijoa sellowiana is the classic feijoa species. It’s widely celebrated for its adaptability and resilience, making it suitable for both coastal and inland gardens. This feijoa type produces medium-sized fruit with a tangy, tropical taste—ideal for eating fresh or using in preserves.

Feijoa 'Gemini'

For those who value both flavour and heavy crops, Feijoa 'Gemini' stands out among the different types of feijoa trees. This variety bears large, sweet, and juicy fruit, and its slightly later harvest time extends the feijoa picking season. Like most feijoas, it benefits from cross-pollination, so consider growing it alongside another variety for the best yield.

Feijoa 'Opal Star'

If you’re seeking a feijoa tree that’s both ornamental and productive, Feijoa 'Opal Star' is a top pick. Its large fruit have excellent flavour with a complex, refreshing taste. The attractive foliage makes it a favourite in both traditional and contemporary gardens, and it’s renowned for its reliable cropping.

Feijoa 'Antoinette'

Among the different types of feijoa trees, Feijoa 'Antoinette' brings late-season variety, producing fruit when most others have finished. Its sweet, aromatic flavour is beloved by feijoa enthusiasts, and it’s ideal for home gardens wanting to extend the feijoa harvest period into late autumn.

Choosing the Right Feijoa Tree for Your Garden

When selecting among different types of feijoa trees, consider your local climate, space, and how you plan to use your harvest. For small gardens, self-fertile types like Feijoa 'Unique' are ideal, while gardeners looking to maximise crop yield or enjoy an extended fruiting season might combine varieties such as Feijoa 'Gemini' and Feijoa 'Antoinette'.

Feijoa trees are easy to grow, drought-tolerant once established, and reward you with years of delicious, homegrown fruit. To explore these and other varieties, browse our full range and find the ideal feijoa for your backyard oasis.


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