Very early ripening. Large, delicious fruit with a thin edible skin. Kakariki Pineapple Guava is high yielding if cross pollinated with Kaiteri. Patented.
ZONE: 8-10
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Requires cross pollination with another suitable variety such as Kaiteri.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Part to full sun, drought tolerant. Native to subtropical Brazil but can fruit in temperate climates. Responsive to pruning, can be cut back like a hedge. Late season ripening.
CHILL HOURS: 100-200 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: High. Possibly susceptible to anthracnose. Black scale and fruit flies can be a problem in some areas.
SIZE AT MATURITY: Up to 15' but can be pruned to stay small
Photo courtesy of Northwoods Nursery
