Transform your garden with the Sweet Starfruit Tree (Carambola), a live grafted tree standing 2-3 feet tall and ready to produce its distinctive, sweet star-shaped fruits sooner than seedling trees. Perfect for warmer climates, this grafted Carambola tree is suited for USDA zones 8-11, adding both beauty and productivity to your outdoor spaces.
The Starfruit Tree grows in a 3-gallon pot and is easy to plant. This grafted variety offers a faster fruit-bearing experience, producing Carambola fruits with a sweet, tangy flavor known to delight tropical fruit lovers. It thrives in sunny locations and adapts well to a variety of soil types as long as they are well-drained.
To keep your Starfruit Tree thriving, place it in a sunny spot where it receives at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. Regular watering is essential to establish strong roots, but this resilient plant appreciates a slight drying between waterings once established. Pruning in early spring will help maintain its shape and encourage fresh growth.
Ideal for home orchards, garden landscapes, or even spacious patios, this tropical fruit tree adds elegance to any setting with its unique foliage and delicious fruit. Embrace the freshness and benefits of growing your own starfruit—a perfect gift for fruit lovers, aspiring gardeners, and those looking to diversify their garden!
Key Features:
- Type of Plant: Grafted Carambola (Starfruit) Tree
- Condition: Live plant, well-rooted in a 3-gallon pot
- Mature Size: 15-25 feet tall and 20-25 feet wide (in-ground)
- Growing Conditions: Prefers warm, sunny areas
- USDA Zone Growing: Zones 8-11
- Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
- Sunlight Exposure: Full sun, at least 6 hours per day
- Expected Planting Period: Best planted in spring or early summer
FAQ:
- How tall is this Starfruit tree at delivery?
- The tree is approximately 2-3 feet tall when shipped.
- When will the grafted Starfruit tree start bearing fruit?
- Grafted Starfruit trees typically produce fruit within 1-2 years, faster than non-grafted trees.
- What care does the Starfruit tree need?
- Place in full sun, water regularly, and prune as needed for shape and growth. It’s low-maintenance once established.
- Can I grow this tree indoors?
- The Starfruit tree thrives outdoors in zones 8-11 but can be grown indoors with ample sunlight and space.
- Why is this product unavailable to certain states?
- Due to agricultural restrictions, we cannot ship to CA, HI, PR, GU, AK. Please check local regulations before ordering.
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