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Pruning guide

How to prune feijoa

Best time
After harvest in autumn or late winter before new growth flushes
How often
Annually; hard renovation every 5–7 years if needed
Technique
Remove dead, crossing, and inward-growing branches at their origin. On older shrubs, cut out one or two of the oldest woody stems each year to the base to rejuvenate growth. For hedges, shear lightly after harvest. Feijoa tolerates hard pruning if renovation is needed — cut back hard in late winter.

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Pruning feijoa — FAQ

When should I prune feijoa?

After harvest in autumn or late winter before new growth flushes. Remove dead, crossing, and inward-growing branches at their origin. On older shrubs, cut out one or two of the oldest woody stems each year to the base to rejuvenate growth. For hedges, shear lightly after harvest. Feijoa tolerates hard pruning if renovation is needed — cut back hard in late winter.

How often does feijoa need pruning?

Annually; hard renovation every 5–7 years if needed. Feijoa (pineapple guava) takes well to pruning and can even be trained as a hedge or espalier. For fruit production, prune to open the canopy, remove crossing and inward-growing branches, and keep the centre light-filled. Without pruning, established shrubs become dense and fruiting wood is shaded out, reducing yield.

How do you prune feijoa?

Remove dead, crossing, and inward-growing branches at their origin. On older shrubs, cut out one or two of the oldest woody stems each year to the base to rejuvenate growth. For hedges, shear lightly after harvest. Feijoa tolerates hard pruning if renovation is needed — cut back hard in late winter.