In August 2012 I have planted two new plants – Feijoa and Griselinia. I have planted 3 trees of Feijoa and two plants of Griselinia. Below are some details about these two plants and some pictures.
Feijoa
Varieties:
A wide range of types are available: Some varieties are self fertile, but will produce heavier and more regular crops if pollinated by one or more varieties. Plant at least two varieties to ensure cross pollination and good fruiting.
Apollo and unique are both self fertile varieties. Feijoa sellowiana is a common variety that is not self fertile
A wide range of types are available: Some varieties are self fertile, but will produce heavier and more regular crops if pollinated by one or more varieties. Plant at least two varieties to ensure cross pollination and good fruiting.
Apollo and unique are both self fertile varieties. Feijoa sellowiana is a common variety that is not self fertile
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| Feijoa |
When, where and how to plant:
Plant trees in a sunny position in free draining soil. Feijoa's make a fantastic hedge that will tolerate wind and even coastal conditions. Feijoas can be planted in containers or singularly in orchards. Feijoa's will tolerate frost and cold temperatures. Trees will mature to 2m to 3m in height and approx 1.5-2m wide.
Plant trees in a sunny position in free draining soil. Feijoa's make a fantastic hedge that will tolerate wind and even coastal conditions. Feijoas can be planted in containers or singularly in orchards. Feijoa's will tolerate frost and cold temperatures. Trees will mature to 2m to 3m in height and approx 1.5-2m wide.
Growing Guide:
Feijoas are easy to grow. Prune Feijoas to form an open tree which will allow bird pollination, wind movement and sunlight for fruit ripening. Water well during long dry periods and when the fruit is developing. Fruit ripens in late summer through the autumn. Apply general fertilizer once a year in spring and mulch trees in dry areas. Read More:
Feijoas are easy to grow. Prune Feijoas to form an open tree which will allow bird pollination, wind movement and sunlight for fruit ripening. Water well during long dry periods and when the fruit is developing. Fruit ripens in late summer through the autumn. Apply general fertilizer once a year in spring and mulch trees in dry areas. Read More:
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| Feijoa |
Maori name: Kapuka / Papauma
Common name: Broadleaf f
Botanical name: Griselinia littoralis
What does it look like?
Griselinia grows to a medium sized tree of 10 metres or more, and is usually recognised by the short, gnarled trunk with rough furrowed bark. It often grows as a many-stemmed shrub, rather than from a single trunk. It's leathery, bright green leaves are more or less oval and wavy in appearance. The tiny green and yellow flowers are a good source of pollen for bees in the spring. In the autumn, the female trees have small, purple-black fruit. Read More...
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| Griselinia |
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