Lychee (Litchi chinensis)

DISCLAIMER

1. The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
2. Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
3. Overall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Lychees are tasty fruits that look like large strawberries (the same color and size), although they have dimpled, rough, inedible skin and a smooth, brown, inedible seed. These fleshy drupes grow in clusters of three to 50 tiny fruits. The fruit is peeled and usually eaten fresh or frozen, or can be made into sauces, jam, puree, or preserves.

Lychee trees are self-pollinating, meaning you only need one tree. Pollen from one flower can fertilize another flower on the same tree. In an orchard, pollination is done by insects.

PRODUCT DIMENSION

Plant overall height APPROXIMATELY:
180-200cm for rootball 35cm

SOIL REQUIREMENT

• Lychee does not like alkaline soils, so amending garden soil with pine bark or pine needles may be necessary. If you are trying to grow it as a potted plant, use slightly acidic, well-draining potting soil.

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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT

• Feed once or twice during the growing season (spring and summer) with a weak liquid fertilizer, or use well-rotted compost around the tree's drip line to within 6 inches of the trunk.

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LIGHT REQUIREMENT

• Lychee thrives in full sun, but the plants must be acclimated. Young plants not used to full sun will suffer from sudden exposure to bright light, but once acclimated, they will perform better.

WATER REQUIREMENT

• These plants prefer ample and regular water throughout the year. Some research has shown that mild drought stress in the fall and early winter can enhance flowering.  Water young trees frequently as soon as the soil feels dry. More established trees can be watered once a week.
  
  Layer with a 2- to 6-inch layer of bark or wood chip mulch to help retain moisture in the soil, keep roots at a consistent temperature, and keep away weeds.

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