How to Grow Longan

A warm-season fruit for the home garden across the warmer US.

Longan is a rewarding warm-season crop for backyard growers.

When to plant

Plant Longan in spring once the soil has warmed and all frost has passed. In the warmest regions a second crop is possible in late summer. See your region on the longan page for exact timing.

Varieties

Kohala, Sweet, productive standard (Florida fruit nurseries)
Biew Kiew, Crisp, high quality (Florida fruit nurseries)

How to grow it

Sun & soil: full sun, rich well-drained soil with even moisture.
Spacing: about 800 cm (315 in) between plants.
Sowing: sow about 25 cm deep.
Water: roughly 15 L per plant every 4 days in hot weather.

Pests & problems

Watch for Lychee stink bug and Erinose mite. In humid regions, Dieback and Anthracnose can appear, so space for airflow and water at the roots in the morning.

Harvest

Longan is usually ready to harvest within roughly 49 months once established. Pick regularly to keep plants productive.

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