Botanical Name
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Feijoa sellowiana
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Description
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Bushy, evergreen shrub or small tree with attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves are gray-green in color and are highlighted with a silver underside. Blooms are very showy with prominent red anthers backed with white petals. The fruit is produced late summer to fall and can be used in jams and jellies. Adds a very tropical feel to the garden.
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Exposure
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Full Sun
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Height x Width
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15' H x 15' W
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Water
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Once established, needs only occasional watering.
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Zones
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Zones 8-10
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Fertilization
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Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
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Pruning
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Little pruning is needed. Prune only to control growth or shape.
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PC #
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CsNH13159
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