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Longan Sri Chompoo Tree

Longan Sri Chompoo Tree

$69.00 - $105.00
$69.00
$69.00 - $105.00
$69.00
Longan Sri Chompoo Tree Overview
  • Taste:
    The Longan Sri Chompoo (Dimocarpus longan 'Sri Chompoo') is prized for its exceptionally sweet, juicy flavor with a honey-like richness and subtle floral notes. Its translucent, pink-tinged flesh offers a crisp yet tender texture, distinguishing it from other longan varieties and making it a delightful treat fresh, in desserts, or blended into beverages.
  • Best Growing Environment:
    Sri Chompoo Longan trees thrive in tropical to subtropical climates with warm temperatures between 75-95°F (24-35°C) and high humidity during growth. They prefer well-draining, sandy loam soil enriched with organic matter, with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5-7.0), and benefit from a dry period during fruit ripening to enhance sweetness.
  • Botanical Name:
    The botanical name for the Sri Chompoo Longan is Dimocarpus longan 'Sri Chompoo', a cultivar of the longan species within the Sapindaceae family, originating from Thailand and celebrated for its unique fruit characteristics.
  • Common Names:
    This variety is commonly known as Sri Chompoo Longan, Pink Longan, or Chompoo Longan, with "Sri Chompoo" reflecting its Thai heritage and the pinkish hue of its flesh.
  • Average Height:
    Sri Chompoo Longan trees typically reach an average height of 20 to 30 feet (6-9 meters) in optimal conditions, though they can grow taller (up to 40 feet or 12 meters) if unpruned. Pruning can maintain a more manageable size of 10-15 feet (3-4.5 meters) for easier harvesting or container growth.
  • Growth Rate:
    The tree exhibits a moderate growth rate, adding 1 to 2 feet (30-60 cm) per year under ideal conditions. Grafted trees may begin fruiting within 2 to 3 years, with full productivity achieved as they mature.
  • Sun Requirements:
    Full sun is essential, with the tree requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to support healthy growth, flowering, and fruit production. Partial shade is tolerated but may reduce yield and fruit quality.
  • Cold Hardiness:
    Sri Chompoo Longan trees are sensitive to cold, with mature trees tolerating brief drops to 28°F (-2°C) but suffering damage below 26°F (-3°C). Young trees are more vulnerable and require protection below 32°F (0°C).
  • Water Requirements:
    Young trees need regular watering—1-2 times per week—to establish roots, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Mature trees have moderate water needs, requiring irrigation during dry spells, especially during flowering and fruiting, with reduced watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
  • Planting Guide:
    Plant in spring after the last frost in a sunny, well-drained location, spacing trees 20-25 feet (6-7.5 meters) apart for in-ground growth or using a container at least 20 inches (50 cm) wide with drainage holes. Dig a hole twice the root ball’s width and as deep, set the tree at its nursery depth, backfill with native soil mixed with compost, and water thoroughly. Stake if needed in windy areas.
  • Fertilizing Times and Recommended Fertilizer:
    Fertilize young trees every 6-8 weeks during the first year with 1/4 pound of 6-6-6 NPK fertilizer, increasing to 1 pound in year two. Mature trees require 3 applications annually: early spring (March) with 6-6-6 (1-2 pounds), mid-summer (July) with a potassium-rich mix like 0-0-22 to boost fruiting, and early fall (September) with a light dose. Avoid fertilizing in late fall or winter to encourage dormancy.
  • USDA Zone:
    Sri Chompoo Longan trees are best suited to USDA Zones 9b through 11, where they can thrive outdoors year-round. In Zone 9b, they can be grown with frost protection when young.