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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 7, 2018
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    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

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    drtreelove on
    June 19, 2018
    A.

    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.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    December 31, 2018
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    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

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  • Answered by
    drtreelove on
    February 18, 2019
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    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".

    https://www.google.com/search?ei=7DtqXL2tCsyw9QPF_bXACA&q=split+branch+repair&oq=split+branch+repair&gs_l=psy-ab.12..0.4258.9718..13757...0.0..0.171.2691.0j19......0....1..gws-wiz.......0i71j0i131j0i67j0i10j0i22i30.weu7NxeMIa8

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    November 4, 2019
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    A.

    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/special/organic/natural-home-pesticides-organic-garden-pest-control.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    July 3, 2020
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    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

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