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pineapple guava plants for sale Pineapple Guava Phoenix, AZ | Feijoa sellowianaThe Best Edible Fruiting Shrub for Phoenix & Scottsdale Yards Pineapple Guava (Feijoa sellowiana) is the top dual purpose shrub for Arizona landscapes delivering both stunning ornamental beauty and delicious tropical tasting fruit. This evergreen grows 1015 feet tall with silvery green foliage, showy white and red flowers in spring, and egg sized green fruit with a pineapple mint flavor in fall. Hardy, drought adapted once established, and virtually

The Best Edible Fruiting Shrub for Phoenix & Scottsdale Yards

Pineapple Guava (Feijoa sellowiana) is the top dual-purpose shrub for Arizona landscapes — delivering both stunning ornamental beauty and delicious tropical-tasting fruit. This evergreen grows 10–15 feet tall with silvery-green foliage, showy white-and-red flowers in spring, and egg-sized green fruit with a pineapple-mint flavor in fall. Hardy, drought-adapted once established, and virtually pest-free. Whether you're planting a fruiting hedge in Scottsdale, a specimen tree in Chandler, or an edible screen along your Gilbert property line — Pineapple Guava gets the job done.

Pineapple Guava Plant Details

Attribute Detail
Scientific Name Feijoa sellowiana (syn. Acca sellowiana)
Common Names Pineapple Guava, Feijoa, Guavasteen
Mature Height 10–15 feet
Mature Width 10–15 feet
Growth Rate Moderate — 1–2 feet per year in Phoenix
Sun Full sun to partial shade. Produces best fruit in full sun.
Water Low to moderate once established. Drought-adapted for a fruiting plant.
USDA Zones 8–11 (Phoenix is Zone 9b–10a)
Soil Well-draining. Adapts to Arizona caliche soils with light amendment.
Foliage Evergreen — silvery-green oval leaves year-round
Bloom/Fruit White petals with red stamens (spring); green edible fruit (fall)

Pineapple Guava Uses in Phoenix Landscapes

Edible Privacy Hedge

Pineapple Guava's dense evergreen canopy makes it one of the best edible hedge plants for Phoenix. Plant 6–8 feet apart for a continuous fruiting screen that reaches 10–15 feet. A 20-foot fence line needs 3 plants; a 40-foot run needs 5–6. The silvery foliage and showy spring blooms make this hedge beautiful even when not fruiting.

Specimen Fruit Tree

Planted as a standalone specimen, Pineapple Guava becomes a stunning small tree with a naturally rounded canopy. Its showy white-and-crimson flowers are edible themselves — sweet and crunchy, perfect for salads. The fall fruit tastes like a blend of pineapple, guava, and mint. Plant near a patio or kitchen garden for easy harvest.

Pool-Friendly Ornamental

The evergreen foliage, minimal leaf drop, and tidy growth habit make Pineapple Guava an excellent choice near pools. The silvery-green leaves catch the light beautifully, and the plant stays lush and full without excessive maintenance. Pairs well with Mediterranean Fan Palm and Pomegranate for a resort-style edible landscape.

Best Time to Plant Pineapple Guava in Phoenix

Fall (October–November) is the ideal planting window. Warm soil promotes root establishment while cooler air reduces transplant stress, giving the plant 6–8 months before summer heat. Spring (February–April) is the second-best option. Avoid summer planting — fruiting shrubs need extra care during establishment and are more vulnerable to heat stress.

How to Plant Pineapple Guava

  1. Dig wide, not deep — 2–3× the root ball width, same depth as the container.
  2. Check for caliche — break through any hardpan layer for drainage.
  3. Backfill with native soil mixed with 20% compost for a light nutrient boost.
  4. Spacing — 6–8 feet apart for hedge; 10–12 feet for standalone specimens.
  5. Water basin — build a 4–6 inch berm to hold water during deep soaks.
  6. Mulch — 3–4 inches of bark or wood chip mulch, keeping it 4 inches from the trunk.

Watering Pineapple Guava in Phoenix

First Year Watering Schedule

Weeks 1–2: Every 1–2 days, deep and slow (20–30 minutes). Month 1–2: Every 3–4 days. Month 3–6: Every 5–7 days (every 3–4 days in peak summer). After Year 1: Every 7–10 days in summer; every 2–3 weeks in winter.

Drip Irrigation

Use two 2-GPH emitters placed 12–18 inches from the trunk on opposite sides. Increase water slightly during fruit set (spring–summer) for larger, juicier fruit. Established plants are remarkably drought-adapted for a fruiting species.

How fast does Pineapple Guava grow in Phoenix? It is a moderate grower adding 1–2 feet per year. Expect fruit production within 2–3 years from a gallon-sized plant, sooner from larger specimens.

Do I need two plants for fruit? Most Pineapple Guava varieties are partially self-fertile, but planting two or more shrubs significantly increases fruit set and yield. For the best harvest, plant at least two.

Can Pineapple Guava handle full Phoenix sun? Yes, it thrives in full sun and handles reflected heat well. In extreme summer heat, afternoon shade can reduce fruit drop but is not required.

What does Pineapple Guava fruit taste like? The fruit has a unique tropical flavor combining pineapple, guava, and mint with a slightly gritty texture similar to pear. Eat it fresh, add to smoothies, or use in jams and baked goods.

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Meyers Lemon — Prolific lemon tree with sweet, thin-skinned fruit perfect for Phoenix backyard orchards.

Navel Orange — The classic Arizona citrus tree delivering sweet, seedless oranges every winter.

How Many Pineapple Guava Do I Need?

For an edible privacy hedge, space Pineapple Guava about 7 feet apart on center so the canopies knit into a solid 10 to 15 foot screen. For standalone specimens, give each plant 10 to 12 feet. Use this as a starting guide at 7 foot hedge spacing:

Hedge / fence length Plants needed (7 ft spacing)
20 ft 3 plants
40 ft 6 plants
60 ft 9 plants

For fruit, plant at least two: the shrubs are only partly self-fertile, and a second plant nearby dramatically improves fruit set.

Pineapple Guava Season-by-Season in Phoenix

  • Spring (Feb–Apr): Showy white-and-crimson flowers open (the petals are edible) along with a flush of silver new growth. A strong second window to plant.
  • Summer (May–Sep): Fruit sizes up through the heat. The shrub tolerates reflected heat off walls, though a little afternoon shade reduces fruit drop in the worst of it. Bump up water slightly during fruit set; monsoon rains (Jul–Sep) are welcome.
  • Fall (Oct–Nov): Harvest season: the egg-sized green fruit ripens and drops when ready, tasting of pineapple, guava, and mint. Also the prime planting window in the Valley.
  • Winter (Dec–Jan): Holds its silvery evergreen foliage all winter. Hardy to about 15°F, so no frost protection is needed in Phoenix.

At a Glance

✔ Edible   ✔ Evergreen   ✔ Heat-Loving (Reflected-Heat Tolerant)   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Pool-Friendly (Low-Litter)   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Low-Maintenance   ✔ Cold-Hardy to 15°F

Plant It With

  • Pomegranate: a heat-loving fruiting companion with red blooms and sweet-tart fruit for an edible hedge.
  • Improved Meyer Lemon: Phoenix's favorite backyard citrus rounds out a kitchen-garden planting.
  • Fig Tree: one of the easiest, most productive desert fruit trees to grow alongside Feijoa.
  • Red Grapefruit: a classic Arizona citrus that extends the harvest into winter.

Is Pineapple Guava Right for Your Yard?

It is an excellent fit when you want one plant to do two jobs: an evergreen screen or specimen plus an edible harvest, in full sun with reasonably draining soil. Plant two for the best fruit set and give it room to reach 10 to 15 feet. It is not the right pick for a tight, deeply shaded spot or a low-water bed where you never plan to irrigate, since fruiting quality drops off without occasional deep watering through fruit set.

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