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Feijoa

Also known as

feijoa, pineapple guava, guavasteen, Orthostemon sellowianus, Acca sellowiana and Acca sellowiana

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Feijoa sellowiana

Genus

Feijoa

Family

Myrtaceae

Order

Myrtales

How to care for Feijoa

💦 Water

How often to water your Feijoa

Feijoa needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Feijoa in your home

Feijoa love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Feijoa does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Feijoa in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Feijoa

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Feijoa: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Feijoa after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Feijoa is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Feijoa →

Benefits of Growing Feijoa →

Common Feijoa Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Feijoa →

💦 Water Needs

Feijoa prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Feijoa Water Frequency →

Feijoa Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Feijoa requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Feijoa Light Requirements →

Feijoa Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Feijoa is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Feijoa grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

Feijoa Lifecycle →

Feijoa Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Feijoa →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Feijoa can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Feijoa Temperature Tolerance →

Feijoa Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Feijoa →

When to Plant Feijoa →

How to Plant Feijoa →

Where to Plant Feijoa →

Winter Care for Feijoa →

Best Companion Plants for Feijoa →

Is Feijoa a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Feijoa can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Feijoa →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Feijoa, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.