BJ's Edible FruitsUpdate: 17 days 16hrsComments: -
Rescued from a throw-out these plants were very root-bound and dehydrated for about 4 years before being released into the ground in 2009. They have responded well to freedom and as of October 2010 are covered in flowers. In 2010 I was surprised to discover that these Bunnings seedlings do set the occasional fruit (albeit a bit bland). I'm hoping that the fruit improves a bit this year. Irrespective they purpose of these plants is to provide a hedge so the occasional edible fruit is just a bonus!
That said, a named variety might be nice - especially if more fruit were provided (and tastier fruit). I could also practice grafting by taking cuttings to the original plants. I might remove / relocate strawberry guava and put in named feijoa.
Jan 2012 - no fruit this year - but I intend to add some more feijoa to complete the hedge come autumn. They are a tough plant with interesting folige and stunning (tasty) flowers.
May 2012 - an additional 6 tiny seedlings purchased to complete the hedge. The existing plants have produced a reasonable crop of somewhat grainy bubble-gum fruit. It makes good sorbet.
Planted: 2009
Height 1.5 metres
Growing: In the Ground
Qty: 4
First Fruited: 5 Years from purchase in pot
Sun/Shade: Medium Sun
Water Given in: Winter
Autumn and Winter
Pollination: Self Pollination
When I Fertilise: Never
Pest Control:
Not require
Organic Status:Partially Organic
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