Pineapple guava. A bushy shrub with grey-green leaves, white beneath. Flowers have long red stamens, purple-red petals, white on the margins and reverse in midsummer. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 2.5m. Flowers June to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Acca sellowiana
A bushy shrub with grey-green leaves, white beneath. Flowers have long red stamens, purple-red petals, white on the margins and reverse in midsummer.
Additional information
| Generic | Acca |
|---|---|
| Species | sellowiana |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Pineapple guava |
| Flower Colour | red, white |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Myrtaceae |
| Spread | 2.5m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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