Overview

Embark on a tropical gardening adventure with the exquisite Kohala Longan tree. This magnificent 3ft tall, grafted live plant is ready to bring the taste of the tropics directly to your backyard or patio. The Longan, scientifically known as Dimocarpus longan, is a beloved fruit tree originating from Southeast Asia, celebrated for its sweet, translucent, and juicy fruit. The ‘Kohala’ variety is particularly prized for its consistent heavy yields and superior fruit quality, making it a popular choice among fruit tree enthusiasts. Grafting ensures that your tree will bear fruit true to the ‘Kohala’ characteristics and often at a younger age than seed-grown trees. Imagine harvesting your own clusters of these delightful ‘dragon’s eye’ fruits, perfect for fresh eating, desserts, or refreshing beverages. This Longan fruit tree is a fantastic addition for anyone looking to expand their edible landscape with an unusual and rewarding specimen.

Key Benefits

Adding a Kohala Longan tree to your garden offers a wealth of benefits beyond just delicious fruit. This tropical beauty provides both ornamental value and a bountiful harvest. Here are some of the key advantages:

• Abundant, Sweet Fruit Production: The ‘Kohala’ variety is renowned for its reliable and heavy production of exceptionally sweet and juicy Longan fruits. Enjoy a consistent supply of fresh, tropical treats right from your own tree.
• Attractive Evergreen Foliage: The Dimocarpus longan boasts lush, evergreen leaves that provide year-round greenery and shade, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your garden or outdoor space.
• Grafted for Early Fruiting: This tree is grafted, meaning it will mature faster and begin producing fruit sooner than trees grown from seed, allowing you to enjoy your harvest in less time.
• Versatile Culinary Uses: Longan fruits are incredibly versatile. They can be eaten fresh, added to fruit salads, used in desserts, or even dried for later enjoyment, offering a unique flavor profile to your culinary creations.
• Resilience and Adaptability: While tropical, the grafted Longan ‘Kohala’ shows good adaptability to various growing conditions within its hardiness zones, making it a robust choice for the right climate.
• Unique Garden Addition: Stand out from typical fruit trees with this exotic specimen. The Longan tree adds a distinctive touch and conversation starter to any home orchard or garden.
• Potential Health Benefits: Longan fruit is known to be rich in Vitamin C and other antioxidants, contributing to a healthy diet and well-being.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Kohala Longan tree ensures a healthy plant and bountiful harvests. Longan trees thrive in warm, subtropical to tropical climates and require specific conditions to flourish. For sunlight, this tree prefers full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. If grown in a container, ensure it’s placed in the sunniest spot available. When it comes to watering, consistent moisture is key, especially during flowering and fruiting periods. However, good drainage is critical to prevent root rot. Water deeply when the top 2-3 inches of soil feel dry to the touch, and reduce watering slightly during cooler dormant periods.

The ideal soil type for a Longan tree is a rich, well-draining loam. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0-7.0). If planting in a container, use a high-quality potting mix blended for fruit trees, ensuring excellent drainage. USDA hardiness zones 9-11 are generally suitable for outdoor planting, as the tree is sensitive to frost, especially when young. If you live in a cooler zone, consider growing it in a large container that can be moved indoors during winter. Fertilization should begin in the spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer designed for fruit trees. Apply every 2-3 months during the growing season, following product instructions. Pruning is best done after harvest to maintain shape, remove dead or diseased branches, and encourage new growth. Watch out for common pests like aphids and scale; treat with horticultural oil or insecticidal soap if necessary. Proper care will help your grafted Longan establish and produce delicious fruit for years to come.

Size & Details

This offering is for one Kohala Longan tree, a healthy and actively growing live plant. The tree stands approximately 3ft tall from the base of the pot to the top of the foliage, providing a substantial start to your tropical fruit orchard. It is a grafted specimen, ensuring genetic purity and earlier fruit production compared to trees grown from seed. The tree typically ships in a nursery pot, ready for transplanting into a larger container or directly into the ground, depending on your climate and growing preferences. Longan trees are moderate growers, reaching mature heights of 20-40 feet in ideal conditions, though they can be kept smaller with proper pruning. Expect fruit production to begin within a few years of planting, with the ‘Kohala’ variety known for its generous yields. The exact width and branching structure will vary as it is a live plant, but it will be well-rooted and ready to thrive.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this Kohala Longan tree get? A: In ideal outdoor conditions, a mature Longan tree can reach heights of 20-40 feet. However, with regular pruning, it can be maintained at a more manageable size for home gardens or even container growing.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: This 3ft tall Longan tree typically ships in a standard nursery pot, generally a 3-gallon size, providing a robust root system for successful transplanting.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Kohala Longan tree is primarily an outdoor plant in tropical and subtropical climates (USDA Zones 9-11). In cooler regions, it can be grown in a container and moved indoors during colder months.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: A Longan tree requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to produce fruit effectively. Choose a location that receives full sun exposure.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: While Longan trees require consistent care, especially regarding watering, sunlight, and frost protection, they are generally considered moderately easy to care for once established in the right climate. This grafted Longan is a good choice for those with some gardening experience.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: The Longan fruit tree will arrive as a healthy, live plant, carefully packaged to ensure its safety during transit. It will be rooted in soil within its nursery pot.
• Q: How long until it blooms and fruits? A: Being a grafted tree, it is expected to begin flowering and fruiting within 2-4 years of planting, much sooner than a seed-grown tree. The ‘Kohala’ variety is known for its early and prolific bearing.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: Longan trees are sensitive to frost. They thrive in USDA Zones 9-11. If you are in a colder zone, you will need to provide winter protection or grow the tree in a container that can be brought indoors.
• Q: What’s the minimum temperature this tree can tolerate? A: Established Longan trees can tolerate very brief dips to about 25-28°F (-2 to -4°C), but sustained temperatures below freezing will cause damage or death. Young trees are even more sensitive.
• Q: Can I grow this Dimocarpus longan in a large pot? A: Yes, Longan trees can be successfully grown in large containers, especially in areas outside their ideal hardiness zones. This allows for protection from cold weather and helps manage the tree’s size.