{"product_id":"acca-sellowiana-fro-10-stk","title":"Feijoa (Acca sellowiana) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFROST TOLERANT\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAcca sellowiana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feijoa, pineapple guava\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names: \u003c\/strong\u003ePineapple guava, feijoa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"690\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"324\" data-end=\"341\"\u003eAcca sellowiana\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most exciting fruit shrubs from South America – prized for its unique, aromatic fruits, beautiful flowers, and surprising hardiness. The species originates from the highlands of Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay, where it grows in a climate with warm summers and cool winters, making it far more robust than many other tropical fruit trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eThe leaves are oval, leathery, and beautifully \u003cstrong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"756\"\u003esilvery-gray on the underside\u003c\/strong\u003e, which provides a subtle, almost Mediterranean-like appearance. During the flowering period, the plant adorns itself with large, decorative flowers in white and deep pink, with long red stamens – flowers that are both beautiful and \u003cstrong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eedible\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a sweet, aromatic taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eThe fruits are oval, green, and fragrant, with a firm, grainy flesh and a soft, sweet center. The taste is often described as a mix of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003epineapple, mint, strawberry, and guava\u003c\/strong\u003e – a truly exotic experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eAcca sellowiana\u003c\/em\u003e is remarkably \u003cstrong data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003ecold-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e and can withstand temperatures down to around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e–10 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e once established. It thrives best in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003eFull sun to light partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eWell-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, preferably sandy or slightly acidic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eA warm, sheltered location, e.g., against a south-facing wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eIn Denmark, it can be grown \u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eoutdoors in mild regions\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially near the coast, but many choose to grow it in large pots so it can be overwintered in a sheltered place during cold winters. The plant tolerates drying out better than standing water and is generally very undemanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eIt forms a compact, evergreen shrub that tolerates pruning well and can therefore easily be kept in shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eCultivation from seeds:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eThe seeds are sown in a light, well-drained seed mix and covered only very lightly. They typically germinate at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003e20–25 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e after 3–6 weeks, but it can take significantly longer. Seedlings grow steadily and develop their characteristic silvery-gray leaves early on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003eBe aware that seed-grown plants often show \u003cstrong data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003eflavor variation\u003c\/strong\u003e, which for many is part of the charm – each plant becomes its own little unique feijoa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003eUtility value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003eFeijoa is one of the most delicious and aromatic fruits that can be grown in a pot in Denmark. The fruits are eaten fresh, used in smoothies, jams, desserts, or fermented into cider or wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003eThe edible flowers are often used as garnish or in salads, and the plant also has high ornamental value year-round with its evergreen foliage and beautiful flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2681\"\u003eAcca sellowiana\u003c\/em\u003e is the perfect choice for those who want a hardy, exotic, and fruit-bearing plant – a true delicacy shrub that combines beauty, fragrance, and unique taste experiences in one and the same plant. 🌿🍈\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54575644934412,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Accasellowiana_blomst_e6fecce0-cd77-45ec-b6ba-1c4adffbcfec.jpg?v=1764361906","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/acca-sellowiana-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}