Kohala Longan Tree Live Plant – Airlayered Sweet Tropical Fruit, 3 Gallon Pot, 3-4 Ft Tall

Overview

Cultivate the exotic with our premium Kohala Longan Tree live plant. Known for its exceptionally sweet and juicy fruit, the Kohala Longan (Dimocarpus longan ‘Kohala’) is a highly sought-after tropical fruit tree. This particular specimen is airlayered, a propagation method that encourages earlier fruiting compared to seed-grown trees, allowing you to enjoy your homegrown sweet longan fruit sooner. Standing at an impressive 3 to 4 feet tall and arriving in a 3-gallon pot, this robust plant is ready to thrive in your garden or a large container, bringing a touch of the tropics to your outdoor space. The longan fruit, often called ‘dragon’s eye’ due to its translucent flesh and dark seed, offers a unique flavor profile that is subtly sweet and aromatic, making it a delicious and healthy snack straight from the tree.

The airlayered longan method used for this plant ensures genetic consistency with the parent tree, guaranteeing the desirable characteristics of the Kohala variety. This makes it an excellent choice for both experienced tropical fruit growers and enthusiastic beginners looking to expand their edible landscape. Its lush green foliage provides an attractive visual element, while the prospect of harvesting your own fresh longans adds an unparalleled reward. Embrace the opportunity to grow a magnificent tropical fruit tree that is not only productive but also adds significant aesthetic value to your home and garden.

Key Benefits

Investing in a Kohala Longan Tree live plant offers a multitude of benefits, transforming your garden into a productive and beautiful oasis. From fresh fruit to ornamental appeal, this tree is a fantastic choice for many gardeners:

• Homegrown Sweet Fruit: Enjoy an abundant harvest of delicious, naturally sweet longans directly from your own tree. The Kohala variety is renowned for its superior taste and texture, far surpassing store-bought options.
• Airlayered for Faster Fruiting: This plant has been propagated via air layering, meaning it will typically produce fruit much sooner than a tree grown from seed. You won’t have to wait years to savor your first harvest of sweet longan fruit.
• Tropical Garden Accent: With its attractive, dense green foliage, the longan tree serves as a beautiful ornamental plant, adding a lush, tropical aesthetic to your landscape or patio.
• Nutrient-Rich Produce: Longans are packed with vitamins and minerals, offering a healthy and refreshing snack. Growing your own ensures pesticide-free, fresh, and nutritious fruit.
• Drought-Tolerant Once Established: While young trees require consistent watering, mature longan trees are relatively drought-tolerant, making them a more resilient choice for certain climates and reducing water dependency over time.
• Adaptable to Container Growing: For those in cooler climates or with limited garden space, the Kohala Longan Tree live plant can be successfully grown in large pots, allowing it to be moved indoors during colder months.
• Unique Culinary Experience: Beyond eating fresh, longans can be used in desserts, drinks, and various Asian cuisines, offering a versatile ingredient for your kitchen.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Kohala Longan Tree live plant involves understanding its specific needs to ensure robust growth and bountiful harvests. Longans thrive in warm, subtropical to tropical climates. They require full sun exposure, meaning at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Choose a location in your garden that receives ample sun throughout the day. If growing in a container, ensure it can be moved to a sunny spot or brought indoors under grow lights during winter in non-tropical regions. The ideal temperatures for longans are between 70 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit, making them suitable for USDA Zones 9-11.

Soil and watering are crucial for a healthy tropical fruit tree. Longans prefer well-draining sandy or loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (around 5.5-7.5). Avoid heavy clay soils that retain too much moisture, as this can lead to root rot. When the tree is young, water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Once established, longan trees become more drought-tolerant, but consistent moisture during blooming and fruiting periods will promote better yields. Fertilize young trees every 2-3 months with a balanced fertilizer, gradually reducing frequency to 3-4 times a year for mature trees. Look out for common pests like aphids or scale insects and treat them with organic insecticidal soap if necessary.

Pruning should be done to maintain a manageable size and shape, and to remove any dead or diseased branches. Prune after the fruiting season to encourage new growth and future fruit production. Protecting your airlayered longan from frost is vital in zones where temperatures drop below freezing. Container-grown trees can be moved indoors, while in-ground trees may require frost cloths or other protective measures. With proper care, your Kohala Longan Tree live plant will flourish and reward you with its delicious fruit for many years.

Size & Details

This offering is for one Kohala Longan Tree live plant, which has been airlayered to promote faster fruiting. The tree arrives potted in a substantial 3-gallon nursery container, providing an excellent start for its root system. At the time of shipment, the plant typically stands between 3 to 4 feet tall, making it a well-established specimen ready for transplanting into a larger pot or directly into your garden. Longan trees are moderate growers, reaching mature heights of 20-40 feet if planted in the ground, though they can be kept smaller with regular pruning, especially when grown in containers.

The tree’s robust size upon arrival ensures a higher success rate for establishment. It features lush, green foliage that remains evergreen in tropical and subtropical climates. The expected blooming season for longans is typically late winter to early spring, followed by fruit development. While specific fruit yields vary based on environmental conditions and care, an established sweet longan fruit tree can produce a significant harvest. This plant is a fantastic investment for those looking to add a productive and beautiful tropical fruit tree to their landscape.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: This Kohala Longan Tree live plant is currently 3 to 4 feet tall and comes in a 3-gallon pot. If planted in the ground, it can reach mature heights of 20-40 feet, but its size can be managed with pruning, especially when grown in a large container.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Kohala Longan is primarily an outdoor tropical fruit tree, thriving in USDA Zones 9-11. In cooler climates, it can be grown in a large container and moved indoors during cold winter months to protect it from frost.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: This tropical fruit tree requires full sun exposure, which means at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day to ensure healthy growth and optimal fruit production.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: While not entirely maintenance-free, longan trees are relatively easy to care for once established, especially when given the right climate conditions. Consistent watering when young and proper fertilization are key for a healthy airlayered longan.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your Kohala Longan Tree live plant will arrive carefully packaged in its 3-gallon nursery pot, with soil intact, ensuring it is healthy and ready for transplanting or continued growth.
• Q: How long until it blooms and produces fruit? A: Since this is an airlayered longan, it is propagated to bear fruit sooner than seed-grown trees. You can expect it to potentially bloom and fruit within 1-3 years under ideal growing conditions.
• Q: What’s the minimum temperature this plant can tolerate? A: The Kohala Longan is suitable for USDA Zones 9-11. It prefers temperatures between 70-95°F and can be damaged by frost, so protection is needed if temperatures drop below freezing.
• Q: Can I grow this sweet longan fruit tree in a pot permanently? A: Yes, you can successfully grow a longan tree in a large container permanently. Ensure the pot is at least 20-25 gallons for a mature tree and provides good drainage. Regular pruning will help manage its size.
• Q: What kind of soil does it prefer? A: The Kohala Longan Tree live plant thrives in well-draining sandy or loamy soil. It prefers a slightly acidic to neutral pH, generally between 5.5 and 7.5. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot.
• Q: Is there anything special about the ‘Kohala’ variety of longan? A: The ‘Kohala’ longan is a popular and esteemed variety known for its excellent fruit quality, producing large, sweet, and juicy longans. It’s a reliable choice for consistent harvests of delicious sweet longan fruit.