Feijoa 'White Goose'
Overview
The Feijoa White Goose is a premium, vigorous variety of feijoa known for its exceptionally large, sweet, and aromatic fruit. Renowned for its reliable productivity and rich tropical flavor, this variety is a favorite among home gardeners and commercial growers alike. Native to South America and well-suited to New Zealand's climate, feijoas are a low-maintenance, evergreen fruit tree that brings year-round interest and an abundant autumn harvest.
Key Features
🌱 Botanical Name: Acca sellowiana 'White Goose'
🌳 Growth Habit: Upright and bushy, growing 2.5–3 meters tall
🍈 Fruit: Large, oval-shaped, smooth-skinned with sweet, juicy flesh
🌼 Flowers: Attractive red and white edible flowers in late spring
📅 Harvest Time: Mid to late autumn (April–May in NZ)
❄️ Frost Hardy: Yes
🐝 Pollination: Partially self-fertile, but cross-pollination with another feijoa variety improves yield and fruit size
Why Choose Feijoa White Goose?
✔️ Exceptional Fruit Quality: The White Goose variety is prized for its extra-large fruit and superior flavor — a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.
✔️ Reliable Cropper: Consistently produces heavy crops each season, making it ideal for both home use and small-scale orchards.
✔️ Easy Care: Low maintenance, drought-tolerant once established, and naturally pest-resistant.
✔️ Dual-Purpose Beauty: Beyond fruit, the White Goose adds ornamental value with its glossy foliage and striking flowers.
Growing Conditions
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Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
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Soil: Prefers well-drained soil with moderate fertility
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Watering: Regular watering during dry spells, especially when fruiting
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Climate: Performs best in temperate climates with mild winters and warm summers
Planting & Care Tips
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Spacing: Allow at least 2–3 meters between trees to promote healthy growth and airflow.
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Feeding: Apply a general-purpose fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.
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Pruning: Light prune after fruiting to shape the tree and encourage airflow.
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Pollination: For best results, plant alongside another feijoa variety such as Unique, Apollo, or Kaiteri.
Culinary Uses
Feijoa White Goose fruit is incredibly versatile. Enjoy fresh from the tree, blended into smoothies, baked into cakes, or turned into jams and chutneys. The edible petals of the flowers also make a delightful garnish for salads and desserts.
