Pineapple guava (Acca sellowiana) is a hardy, evergreen shrub that thrives in mild-to-temperate regions. USDA zones 8-11. It produces stunning, edible flowers and aromatic, tropical fruit. The plant adapts well to diverse landscaping needs—from specimen trees, privacy hedges to large containers. Grows 6-15 foot tall. Silver green evergreen foliage.
It is remarkably cold-hardy for a fruit-bearing evergreen, tolerating temperatures down to 15 degrees. However, prolonged exposure to temperatures under 15 degrees can cause significant damage and negatively impact the following season's fruit production. Usually leaves drop when temperatures get below 12 degrees, but usually regrow the next Spring like a deciduous tree. Give wind protection and a sheltered environment if grown in USDA zones below zone 8.
Pineapple guava (Acca sellowiana) also known as feijoa, prefers full sun (at least 6 hours of direct light daily) for maximum fruit and flower production, but it will tolerate partial shade.
Thrives in rich, slightly acidic to neutral, well-draining soil. While drought-tolerant once established, you will get the best harvest if you provide regular, deep watering during dry summer months.
Requires only 50–200 chill hours below 45 degrees to set good fruit. However, they do not like extreme heat (temperatures consistently over 100 degrees. so they appreciate afternoon shade in very hot climates).
Pineapple guava are virtually pest-free, deer-resistant, and respond very well to pruning.
Considered self-fertile, but planting two different trees nearby often yields a significantly larger, higher-quality harvest.
Grown in soil less planting mix. We can ship to all states. Since these plants are fully rooted potted plants, they will grow quickly to about 3-6 feet tall in one growing season.
Plants come with detailed planting, growing and care instructions, and you can call or email if you have additional questions.
Free Shipping to most locations. We cannot ship larger boxes or boxes to AK, HI, APO, US Territories, or areas considered remote, without a freight surcharge.
If your temperature is warmer than 89 degrees or colder than 20 degrees, we will hold order until temperature improves. Please put your desired ship date in Special Instructions to Seller at checkout.
All plants are inspected for quality prior to shipment. Plants are rarely damaged in shipping, but if they are, please let us know right away so we can help. If there is any plant damage, take a photo of the package and plants. This will help us solve the problem.
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