Feijoa trees are available for sale from the following growers and nurseries

  • BRENLISSA FUCHSIA NURSERY -PH 0438393578. 862 Midland Highway Mount Rowan Vic 3352.
  • GARDEN EXPRESS – phone :1300 606 242. 470 Monbulk-Silvan Road Monbulk VIC 3793.
  • BLERICK TREE FARM.
  • YALCA FRUIT TREES- Ph : 03 58682062.

What is the best tasting feijoa variety?

Roys own favourite is Pounamu, but he also rates Anatoki (my favourite) Even “self-fertile” varieties set much better quality fruit with another variety planted nearby for pollination.

Do I need 2 feijoa trees?

Some cultivars are self-pollinating, and some are not-so-much, so need another tree to pollinate them. If you have a few feijoa trees which are not really fruiting (or not fruiting at all) buying another named variety from a nursery is considered a good strategy.

How long does it take for a feijoa tree to produce fruit?

Feijoa trees usually fruit two years after planting, and should be fed regularly from spring to late summer to ensure a healthy tree and bumper harvest.

Can you buy feijoa in Australia?

It’s not widely available but there are a handful of places selling organic feijoa during the very short season of late February to the end of April. Hinterland Feijoas are the major suppliers of fresh Feijoa throughout Brisbane and south-east Queensland. Feijoas don’t come cheap however.

Can you grow Feijoas in Australia?

Feijoas are decorative trees with beautiful foliage and pink red flowers. The fruit is deliciously sweet and versatile and the plant itself is easy to grow in the Australian climate. They not only make a great edible tree but they’re also a fantastic addition to any ornamental garden.

How far apart do you plant feijoa trees?

Feijoas are self fertile, however, having another close by improves pollination and ultimately fruiting. Birds (mainly blackbirds) are the main pollinators of feijoas. Plant your trees 1.5m apart or you can plant closer if you want to create a hedge or screen.

How many types of feijoa are there?

There are upwards of 15 feijoa varieties. Some of our favourites are: Apollo – large oval fruits that are sweet and tasty. Fruits will appear mid-season. Bambina – compact tree that produces small, sweet fruit. Fruits will appear mid-season.

How fast does a feijoa tree grow?

Growing feijoa from seed Seed grown plants can fruit in less than 4 years.

Are Feijoas Evergreen?

Feijoas are an attractive evergreen plant ranging from a shrub to a small tree which will grow between two and four metres in height. They are easily trimmed and maintained and have a green leaf which is grey underneath. Feijoas have beautiful Pohutukawa like flowers in December and fruit mainly from April to June.

How much do feijoas cost?

Those in industry are forecasting the price for feijoas in Australia to come down considerably in the next five years as more feijoas begin to come online, from about $15-$18 per kilogram to $8-$10kg.

Will feijoas grow in Queensland?

They are not your typical fruit tree in Queensland. Growing feijoas in Queensland is an immense challenge due to the humidity, the fruit fly pest, poor soil nutrition and the huge variations in seasonal rainfall making the couple’s achievement in growing the fruit successfully that much the greater.

Where can I buy a feijoa tree?

Feijoa trees are readily available for sale from online and retail nurseries. The Feijoa Tree Feijoa sellowiana also known as the pineapple guava. Widely grown a fruit crop and a plant for the home orchard in NZ they are a hardy evergreen fruiting tree that are also used as hedging plants.

How long does it take for a Gauva feijoa to grow?

Strawberry Gauva Feijoa – Acca sellowiana Pick up in Tewantin (Noosa Area) The plant for sale is shown in photo 2. It is a seedling grown plant and will fruit in around 2 to 3 years if grown under good conditions.

Are fijoas native to New Zealand?

The Fijoa tree is NOT a native of New Zealand but a native of South America. Always get a ladder and pick them before they fall.they will taste better when they dont fall to the ground. Feijoas are excellent preserved.

Is feijoa an Apollo fruit?

Feijoa – Apollo. Medium to large, oval fruit. Flavour very pleasant, quality excellent. Ripens mid to late-season. The tree is upright, spreading, tall, vigorous and productive. Feijoa is also referred to as pineapple guava, which are very ornamental with attractive red, edible flowers in spring.