Lychee
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Lychee
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Photos are for illustration purposes only. Plant size and appearance may vary. We carry a range of sizes from starter plants up to 5-gallon containers.
The Lychee is one of the most celebrated and coveted tropical fruit trees in the world — a slow-growing, long-lived evergreen that rewards patient gardeners with spectacular clusters of jewel-like, rosy-red fruits whose translucent, perfumed flesh is widely regarded as one of the finest flavors nature has to offer. Native to southern China and revered across Asia for over 2,000 years, the Lychee produces stunning drooping panicles of bright crimson fruits each summer, with each one encasing a luscious, grape-like aril bursting with sweet, floral juice reminiscent of rose water and tropical fruit. Beyond its extraordinary harvest, the Lychee is a handsome ornamental tree year-round — its dense, glossy canopy of dark green compound leaves, coppery bronze new growth, and attractive spreading form make it one of the most beautiful fruit trees available. South and Central Florida's warm, humid climate is among the best in the continental United States for growing Lychee, and a mature tree in full fruit is a truly breathtaking sight.
Health benefits
Lychee fruit is packed with vitamins, minerals, and powerful bioactive compounds that support a wide range of health and wellness outcomes.
- Exceptional vitamin C content: A single serving provides well over 100% of the daily recommended vitamin C, powerfully supporting immune defense, skin health, and collagen production
- Powerful antioxidants: Contains oligonol — a unique polyphenol found in high concentrations in lychee — shown to reduce oxidative stress, improve circulation, and combat cellular aging
- Heart health: Rich in potassium, copper, and flavonoids that support healthy blood pressure, improve blood vessel function, and reduce cardiovascular risk
- Anti-inflammatory: Flavonoids and polyphenolic compounds help reduce systemic inflammation linked to chronic disease, joint pain, and metabolic disorders
- Digestive health: A good source of dietary fiber and water content that supports healthy digestion, regularity, and hydration
- Skin and energy support: B vitamins including niacin support energy metabolism and skin cell renewal, while copper aids in the production of melanin and connective tissue
Plant care
Sunlight: Full sun; at least 6 hours of direct light daily — essential for flowering and fruit set
Watering: Regular and deep; keep soil consistently moist during the growing season — reduce slightly in winter to encourage flowering
Soil: Rich, well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.0–6.5; benefits greatly from added organic matter
Fertilizing: Every 3 months with a balanced fruit-tree fertilizer; avoid excess nitrogen near flowering time to encourage fruit set over foliage
Pruning: Prune lightly after harvest to shape and improve air circulation; lychee is slow-growing so heavy pruning is rarely needed
Hardiness: USDA zones 10–11; thrives in South and Central Florida; established trees can tolerate brief dips to 25°F (−4°C)