How to grow Feijoa

At a glance

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🗓️ When to plant

Plant in mid-spring after the last frost, or in early autumn in mild climates. In tropical regions, plant at the start of the dry season.

🌰 How to plant

1. Choose a sunny, well-draining spot and dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball.
2. Backfill with amended soil and water thoroughly to settle.
3. Add a 5–7 cm (2–3 in) mulch layer around the base, keeping it away from the trunk.
4. Water regularly for the first growing season to establish roots.

💧 Care

• Prune lightly after harvest to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.
• Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer during the growing season.
• Thin fruit clusters in early summer, leaving one fruit every 15 cm (6 in) for better-sized harvests.
• Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues in humid climates.

🧺 Harvest

Harvest fruits from mid-autumn onwards when they yield slightly to gentle pressure and have a sweet aroma; they will continue to ripen off the tree. Pick regularly to encourage continued fruiting.

🐛 Common problems

Scale insects: Spray affected areas with neem oil or insecticidal soap in late spring and early summer.

Leaf spot: Improve air circulation, water at the base rather than overhead, and remove affected leaves.

Frost damage: Protect young plants with frost cloth in late autumn and early winter in marginal zones.

🤝 Companion plants

💚 Good neighbours: Lavender, Rosemary, Nasturtium, Borage

⚠️ Keep apart from: Black walnut, Eucalyptus

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