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Rannaya (Nikita)
Pineapple Guava
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Sweet
- Size
- Large
- Shape
- Round-oval
- Flavor
- "Large and tasty" per source descriptions - specific flavor notes not detailed
- Texture
- Not specified by available sources
- Ripening window
- Very early-ripening compared to other pineapple guava varieties
- Best uses
- Fresh eating
- Pollination
- Needs a pollinator - plant with another variety or seedling for a good crop
- Tree size
- ~6 ft, compact growth habit - good for small gardens/intensive plantings
- Notes
- Also sold as "Nikita". Originates from the Nikita Botanic Garden in Ukraine/Crimea; brought to the US by Northwoods Nursery (Oregon). Zones 7-11.