We planted our Pineapple Guava tree about 4 years ago. It seems slow growing. This year is the first time it bloomed. How quickly will it grow? It hasn't grown much at all and is about 6 feet tall.
Pineapple Guava is a moderately growing tree, average 24 inches a year.
Check the care and growing conditions with the article below.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pineapple-guava/feijoa-pineapple-guava-info.htm
The Pineapple Guava Tree has been planted for three years. It has flowered and produced fruit. However this year the tree is no longer dense. The branches are without leaves on the inside of the tree. There are leaves on the ends of the branches but the interior is naked and you can see through it. What is the problem and what can I do to correct it? I tried to load a couple of pictures but was not able to accomplish that.
If given time and TLC, these guys will send out leaves and branches from nearly every possible location.
The fact that they tend to hold on to the most peripheral leaves is a great sign, because those outer leaves get the most sun and provide the most value from an energy standpoint.
Review the care needed in the article below.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pineapple-guava/feijoa-pineapple-guava-info.htm
Just planted it in a half barrel and put manure in the bottom. Plant is only about18" tall, am I going to kill it. one article said no manure. Just planted it today. Replant it?
The oak leaves mulch is fine.
Potting soil should not be in layers (except for the mulch), its should homogenous. I would not have recommended the layer of manure at the bottom of the container. It is a harsh, high salts fertilizer, especially if fresh/raw, un-aged, un-composted.
I would advise re-potting it and use the manure in your compost pile. If the manure is aged, you can mix it in with the potting soil, but not more than about 5% of the volume. Fertilize the pineapple guava with a slow release natural fertiizer after it shows some new growth.
How much fruit does the Pineapple guava/feijoa yield? Is it possible to sterilize the Pineapple guava/feijoa so it does NOT yield fruit? It would be next to the walk to the front door and I don't want the mess.
It can be very difficult to predict the yield of this tree, as it depends on the conditions of the area. You can help reduce the crop by pruning the tree often, and removing blooms after fading.
This article will give you more information on the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pineapple-guava/feijoa-pineapple-guava-info.htm
Redding had 8 inches of snow. It broke/split a few of the limbs on my pineapple guava which is about 5 feet tall.
It really depends on the severity of the split/break. Without photos we can only offer general information.
It may not be practical to try and save those split branches with a tree that young. In a larger tree with branches 4 inches in diameter, it is sometimes possible to bolt them back together and install cable supports to keep the branch intact. Although even in that case the branches do not re-attach and weld back together, but have to be supported artificially like this indefinitely.
If the split is very minimal and you are able to pull the branches back together and use tree staking wraps or wire inside of rubber hose, you may be able to save it. But if the splits are severe and the branch is hanging by thin wood, it may better to remove them, fertilize and water though the dry season and wait for growth response with new branching.
If this link doesn't work, search "split branch repair".
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n the lower parts of branches. I have another feijoa that's growing in a similar sized pot and it is doing fine (no leaf-drop). O ne of the branches has lost nearly all of its leaves (except for one). Sometimes just touching the leaves cause them to drop. Stro ng winds have also damaged only a few leaves, but I don't think that's the actual problem. Is it some soil/watering issue or som ething? Would appreciate some help. Thanks There seems to be some insect pest that eats the younger leaves. I have not seen it yet. Any suggestions on what it may be? I'm training my feijoa into a nice bushy shrub. Will the feijoa grow back in those places where it has lost leaves?
It is hard to say what the pest is without seeing them. The damage doesn't look too bad, at all, and it will likely recover just fine.
This article will help you to care for specimen: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pineapple-guava/feijoa-pineapple-guava-info.htm
These articles will help you with insect control, and possible bacterial/fungal infection:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/what-are-organic-pesticides.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
My pineapple guava plant New growth is producing yellow leaves with brown edges. Help.
You need to reduce the soil pH. It is far too high. I would recommend adding Iron Sulfate. It will help lower the pH, and add sulfur and iron, which will be common deficiencies.
Here is an article that will help you to grow these wonderful little trees:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pineapple-guava/feijoa-pineapple-guava-info.htm