Exotic, flavorful, and strikingly beautiful, the Pineapple Guava (also called Feijoa) is a tropical shrub that delights with both ornamental and edible qualities. Its silvery-green foliage provides year-round interest, while late spring brings showy pink-and-white flowers with edible petals. By late summer to fall, the plant produces sweet, aromatic fruits with flavors of pineapple, guava, and mint. A must-have for edible landscapes or container gardens.
Why You’ll Love It:
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Produces delicious, aromatic fruits with a tropical flavor mix
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Gorgeous, edible flowers add beauty and culinary use
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Evergreen foliage provides year-round visual interest
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Perfect for containers, patios, or garden beds
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Hardy and drought-tolerant once established
Plant Care Tips:
☀️ Light: Full sun for best fruiting; tolerates partial shade
💧 Water: Water regularly during the growing season; drought-tolerant when mature
🌱 Soil: Prefers well-draining soil with moderate fertility
🌡 Temperature: Thrives in 55–85°F (13–29°C); protect from hard freezes
🌿 Humidity: Adaptable but prefers moderate humidity
✂️ Pruning: Prune lightly after fruiting to shape and encourage airflow
🍽 Feeding: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer for best fruit production
🌸 Propagation: Grown from cuttings, grafting, or seed, though fruiting is more reliable with cuttings
⚠️ Toxicity: Non-toxic and safe; both flowers and fruits are edible
