Feijoas in Melbourne: From Fantasy to Fruity Feast (with a few laughs along the way)
Ever dreamt of picking your own feijoas, that luscious fruit tasting like a tropical vacation in your mouth? Well, Melburnians, dream no more! Buckle up, because you can cultivate these quirky little wonders in your own backyard.
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Melbourne's Feijoa Forecast: Sunshine (mostly) with a Chance of Fuzzy Fruit
Melbourne's climate might be a tad shy of Rio de Janeiro's, but fear not, feijoa fanatics! These subtropical shrubs are surprisingly resilient. They can handle Melbourne's cool winters and even tolerate a bit of a chill (down to around -10°C). However, they're not exactly fans of Melbourne's occasional scorching summers. So, while they'll likely grow just fine, super hot days might affect the fruit quality and lead to some cheeky splitting.
The key takeaway? Your feijoa tree will be happy as long as you give it some afternoon shade during those Melbourne scorchers.
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Choosing Your Feijoa Fighter: Picking the Perfect Plant
Not all feijoas are created equal, especially when it comes to Melbourne's fickle weather. Here are a few champions to consider:
- Mammoth: This heavyweight lives up to its name, producing big, juicy fruit and is known for being a tougher customer.
- Apollo: Partial shade? No worries! Apollo thrives with a bit of afternoon relief from the Melbourne sun.
- Coolidge: This self-pollinating superstar is perfect for smaller gardens, because who needs a dating service for your fruit trees, right?
Remember: Opt for grafted trees over seed-grown ones. Grafted trees are basically the Usain Bolt of the feijoa world – they'll fruit much faster (we're talking within 3 years!).
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Feijoa FAQ: Fast Facts for the Fruitful
How to plant a feijoa tree? Find a sunny spot with well-drained soil, dig a hole twice the size of the pot, and plant your feijoa friend! Add some compost or manure for that extra bit of growing goodness.
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How to water a feijoa tree? Water regularly, especially during the first year and during dry spells. But don't drown it – feijoas hate soggy feet!
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How to fertilize a feijoa tree? Give your tree a good feed with a slow-release fertiliser in spring.
How to prune a feijoa tree? Prune lightly after fruiting to encourage new growth and keep the tree a manageable size.
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How to harvest feijoas? Wait until the fruit softens slightly and pops off the tree with a gentle touch. Enjoy that sweet, tropical taste – you earned it!
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