Description Kaiteri is one of the standout pineapple guava (Feijoa) varieties developed in New Zealand, prized for its rich flavor, smooth flesh, and consistently high production. Compared to older feijoa cultivars, Kaiteri offers improved sweetness, lower acidity, and a more refined texture—often ranked among the best-tasting feijoas available. This semi-dwarf, evergreen fruiting shrub is both ornamental and productive, featuring fragrant spring flowers and fall-ripening fruit. Feijoas thrive in the Pacific Northwest and similar climates, rewarding growers with unique, aromatic fruit rarely found in grocery stores. Overview Premium New Zealand variety with exceptionally sweet, low-acid flavor. Self-fertile but heavier cropping with another feijoa nearby. Evergreen shrub provides year-round beauty. Ideal for small landscapes — naturally compact and easily pruned. Cold-tolerant for a subtropical species, performing well in Zone 8. Growing Details Latin Name: Acca sellowianaSite and Soil: Well-drained soil; 1/2 day to full day of sunHardiness (Temp): 10°FBearing Age: 2–3 years after plantingRootstock:Size at Maturity: 8–12 ftBloom Time: Late springRipening Time: October–November (varies by climate and season)Yield: Heavy croppingPests and Diseases: Generally very resilient; minimal issues in most climatesUSDA Zone: 8–10 Additional Notes Fruit drops when ripe—collect daily for peak quality. Prune lightly after harvest to maintain shape and airflow. Kaiteri benefits from cross-pollination for maximum yields, though it will fruit independently. Explore more subtropical species in our collection: Subtropical Plants
