Can you grow guava in Texas?

Because it is of tropical origin, guava grows best in tropical and subtropical areas that are frost-free. Although of primary interest in the Valley, guava should grow nearly everywhere in Texas that oranges or grapefruit thrive, provided that the trees receive adequate cold protection for their size.

How long does it take for a pineapple guava tree to bear fruit?

Fruit. The pineapple guava fruits generally ripen four to five months after flowering in warmer regions, or five to seven months in cooler areas. Oval-shaped and grayish-green with amber-colored flesh, they grow to 1 to 4 inches long and will fall from the tree when ripe.

How much sun does a pineapple guava need?

Pineapple guava does well in zones 8-11. They enjoy full sun but if you’re in an area that has extremely hot summers, afternoon shade is necessary. Once established, they’re quite drought-tolerant, but you’ll have better fruit if they get a deep watering weekly.

Do I need two pineapple guava trees?

Pineapple guava will not produce a good quantity of fruit unless you have more than one variety for cross-pollination.

Is pineapple guava poisonous to dogs?

Pineapple guava is safe for dogs to eat. Make sure it is ripe and only give them a little bit at a time.

How do you get a guava tree to bear fruit?

Hand pollinate the flowers. Honeybees do most of the pollination of guava flowers, but in an absence of sufficient bees, you may have to step in. Use a very small artist’s paintbrush and tickle the inside of flowers. This spreads the pollen to each bloom and fertilizes them so they can produce fruit.

Do you need two guava trees to produce fruit?

A guava tree with no fruit may also be the result of a pollination problem. Apple guava, Pisidium guajava, will either need a partner to cross pollinate with or will need some help from you in the form of hand pollination. Pineapple guava, Feijoa sellowiana, will be more likely to bear fruit when hand pollinated.

Do pineapple guava lose their leaves?

The Pineapple Guava tree is somewhat drought tolerant. However, it will drop its leaves if it gets too dry.

What is the lifespan of guava tree?

Guava trees grow rapidly and fruit in 2 to 4 years from seed. They live 30 to 40 years but productivity declines after the 15th year.

What fruit is poisonous to dogs?

Grapes and Raisins: Can’t Eat Grapes and raisins contain toxic compounds that are harmful to dogs. They have the potential to lead to rapid kidney failure and death ( 2 ). Even small amounts of grapes and raisins can make your dog sick, so it’s important to avoid giving them to your dog altogether.

Do guava trees need a lot of water?

Guavas have survived dry summers with no water, although they do best with regular deep watering. The ground should be allowed to dry to a depth of several inches before watering again. Lack of moisture will delay bloom and cause the fruit to drop.

When to plant pineapple guava in central Texas?

It may struggle a bit in the extreme heat of a full-on Texas summer, so plan to water it regularly during the hottest months of the year. Planting in an area with protection from late-day sun would also help.

Where does the pineapple guava tree come from?

Pineapple guava is an evergreen shrub native to subtropical, higher elevation, regions of South America, but is well-adapted to our Central Texas climate.

How old does feijoa pineapple guava plant have to be?

We’ll talk more about fertilizing feijoa below. A feijoa growing in a wine barrel (far right) in our patio garden. That plant is about 3 years old. Pineapple guava plants flower prolifically in the spring, dotting the green shrubs with spectacular sweet-smelling flowers.

How often should you water a guava tree in Texas?

Leafy cuttings will root well under mist propagation. Guava trees may not achieve maximum potential size in Texas, so a spacing of 10 to 12 feet from adjacent trees should be adequate. Newly planted guavas should be watered at planting and once or twice weekly as needed for several weeks.