Fruit and Nuts - Just Arrived
And the well-worn wail of “Id simply love to grow fruit trees but I have no space in my garden” does not cut it. With the help of the technique of Espalier and with so many new varieties being bred that can live hapily in tubs, there is no excuse. One gardener we know has a variety of fourteen different fruits growing in her 500sq meter section and she still has space for ornamentals, a pond, veggies and a small native forest – plus the house of course.
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The varieties of most fruits are now so plentiful that there is something to please all tastes – no matter how nuts about fruit you are! Or just how fruity you are!
‘Fruits and Nuts’ encompasses a broad spectrum of plants, but like most traditionally cultivated plants, they all generally enjoy well-drained moist soils that are high in humus. They do need regular attention in the form of annual pruning which helps to expose the branches to the sun and air which practice helps to produce a quality harvest. But hey, what is a bit of effort with the shears once a year in comparison to the prize pleasure of a freshly picked, juicy, sweet plum or pear or peach?
Ever heard that saying “nutty as a fruitcake” – how did nuts first become associated with being a little crazy? Well we all know how rich in nutritional content nuts are, and that no self-respecting fruitcake would be without them, so don’t be nuts, go nuts and grow nuts!
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aka Coffee Plant
An attractive cone shaped shrub with glossy green lanceolate leaves that flower white star-shaped flowers in spring. The clusters of flowers have a strong smell like Jasmine. Coffee berries turn green to red in time for Xmas. 3- 4 years to fruit. Can also be used as a houseplant. Self-fertile.
Coffee palnts are heavy feeders and require regular applications of a high NPK fertiliser through its growing season.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 200-500cm x 200cm
Coffee
Current Stock Height: 25/35 cm ?
Container: 1.9l ?
$29.99
aka Pineapple Guava
Vigorous growing variety which ripens in autumn around April-May. Rough skinned fruit which are large, aromatic and very sweet. Partially self-fertile but cross pollination is essential for large fruit so plant with a companion for best results. Evergreen.
Feijoa Information Page
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m
Feijoa Apollo
Current Stock Height: 60/80 cm ?
Container: 4l ?
$39.99
Feijoa Apollo
Current Stock Height: 70/120 cm ?
Container: 3.5l ?
$49.99
Stock of this item is very low.
aka Pineapple Guava
This variety of Feijoa has medium sized oval fruit with a rough skin. Inside the flesh is smooth and full of flavour. The fruit ripens around April. Plant in a sunny well drained spot with another Feijoa for company. The fruit will naturally drop when ready. Evergreen.
Feijoa Information Page
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m
Feijoa Kakapo
Current Stock Height: 80/100 cm ?
Container: 4l ?
$39.99
aka Pineapple Guava
The fruit that all Kiwi kids love. This distinctive subtropical can be grown in most parts of the country in just about any soil. Medium sized fruit with firm skin and good flavour. The flesh is moderately soft and juicy. Self-fertile variety but happiest with a partner (aren't we all). Evergreen.
Feijoa Information Page
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m
Feijoa Triumph
Current Stock Height: 70/80 cm ?
Container: 3l ?
$49.99
aka Pineapple Guava
'Unique' is a reliable Feijoa that is self-fertile and produces abundant crops of delicious medium to large oval fruit. The skin is smooth along with the pulp and the flavour carries a hint of pineapple. Starts to fruit from a young age. Happy in a sunny well drained spot. Evergreen. PVR.
Feijoa Information Page
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m
Feijoa Unique
Current Stock Height: 70/80 cm ?
Container: 6l ?
$49.99
aka Queensland Nut
Nut. A popular variety that crops well over a long period. Lovely texture and flavour and nuts of a good size. A handsome tree with glossy green foliage and racemes of pink flowers in summer. Loves the sun, good drainage and fertile soil, must be protected from frost. Evergreen.
To ensure good cross pollination it is recommended that two varieties are planted together. NB Macadamias are toxic to dogs so choose your planting spot with care.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 4m
Macadamia Beaumont
Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm ?
Container: 3.3l ?
$42.99
aka Queensland Nut
Nut. A popular variety that crops well over a long period. Lovely texture and flavour and nuts of a good size. A handsome tree with glossy green foliage and racemes of fragrant pink flowers in summer. Loves the sun, good drainage and fertile soil, must be protected from frost. Evergreen.
Takes 4-5 years to first fruit and 7-8 months for the nut to mature.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 6m
Macadamia Renown
Current Stock Height: 60/80 cm ?
Container: 3.3l ?
$42.99
aka Tangelo
Citrus Dwarf - Flying dragon rootstock. Bright, red-orange, semi-flat fruit that are very juicy and rich in flavour with just a hint of sharpness. Thin skinned and very juicy. Pick when skin colour fades. Ripens from August through to October and holds well on the tree. Evergreen.
This is reportedly the most popular Tangelo in N.Z.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1m
Tangelo Seminole Dwf FD
Current Stock Height: 70/90 cm ?
Container: 4.7l ?
$54.99
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