The Lychee tree is a large evergreen tree with a rounded crown-like shape and it is cultivated for its delicious fruit while being used as an ornamental tree, indoor or container plant.

Lychee smell very similar to grapes and has a translucent pulp with a tasty, sweet flavour.  It is a tropical fruit that grows well in sandy, clay, well-drained soil.

• Tolerates temperatures as low as 15°C
• Estimated height: 6-12m
• Estimated width: 7-10m
• Planting distance: 9m by 6m

Cultivars:  Mauritius, McLean’s Red, Fay Zee Siu, Wai Chee, Early Delight.

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water regularly.

Fun facts: Lychees are high in many healthy minerals, vitamins and antioxidants and may aid in preventing heart disease, cancer and diabetes.