Showy white and red flowers on an upright, rounded, evergreen shrub with glossy, oval foliage. Thick petals and small, egg-shaped fruit are edible and are reminiscent of pineapple, guava and mint. Plant in well-drained soil. Great as a hedge, as well as grown for fruit. Plant multiple shrubs to ensure cross-pollination. Partial to full sun. Reaches 15 feet at maturity. Zones 8-10. Flower photo courtesy of Little Prince.
Pineapple Guava feijoa sellowiana
Description
Showy white and red flowers on an upright, rounded, evergreen shrub with glossy, oval foliage. Thick petals and small, egg-shaped fruit are edible and are reminiscent of pineapple, guava and mint. Plant in well-drained soil. Great as a hedge, as well as grown for fruit. Plant multiple shrubs to ensure cross-pollination. Partial to full sun. Reaches 15 feet at maturity. Zones 8-10. Flower photo courtesy of Little Prince.
