{"title":"Star Fruit Trees (Carambola)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a taste of the tropics to your backyard with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStar Fruit Trees from The Island Gardeners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Also known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecarambola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, these fruit trees produce beautifully ridged fruit that reveals a star with every slice—a delightful addition to your garden and your table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore our carambola collection, including varieties such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArkin, Sri Kembangan, and Kari\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, subject to availability. Compare individual listings for flavor, growing information, and expected harvest months to find a tree that suits your space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow a garden you can harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re planting your first fruit tree or adding to an established backyard orchard or food forest, star fruit offers another way to grow food you love.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Planner and harvest-month filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to compare expected fruiting seasons with other trees in your garden. Choosing plants with complementary harvest windows can help spread your harvest across more months instead of concentrating everything into one season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan your harvest before you plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse our available Star Fruit Trees and choose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elocal pickup in Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, convenient to Melbourne and surrounding Space Coast communities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. 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Slice one across its ridges and you’ll reveal the familiar stars—a beautiful addition to a fresh fruit platter or a snack enjoyed straight from your garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a backyard orchard, edible landscape, or food forest, Fwang Tung offers another delicious reason to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egrow what you eat and eat what you grow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit flavor and appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFwang Tung produces medium-to-large fruit with a whitish-yellow to light-yellow color. Enjoy its sweet flavor fresh, sliced into fruit salads, or used in drinks and preserves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest season and your food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarambola can produce several crops under favorable conditions. The general Florida harvest window is approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune–February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with timing affected by variety, location, weather, and tree maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse this as a broad planning guide rather than a guaranteed Fwang Tung harvest schedule. In Palm Bay, cold weather can affect flowering, fruit development, and the length of the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare expected harvest months using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Island Gardeners Harvest Planner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to see how star fruit complements the other trees in your garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan your harvest before you plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFwang Tung can produce well without a second carambola variety. Flowering weather and pollinator activity still influence fruit set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose a sunny location protected from strong winds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provide good drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maintain consistent moisture, especially while establishing and during fruit development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow a suitable fruit-tree fertilizer label and adjust to soil conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively to maintain accessible fruiting branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during frost and freezes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing in Palm Bay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a warm, sheltered microclimate. Carambola is sensitive to cold and should not be treated as a frost-hardy tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStar Fruit Trees (Carambola)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e collection and select local pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick growing information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eListing information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAverrhoa carambola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Fwang Tung’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThailand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium-to-large; whitish-yellow to light yellow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan produce without a second variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest planning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Florida guide: June–February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant, particularly for young trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant size and propagation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnter the actual nursery stock details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Fwang Tung a sweet star fruit variety?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Fwang Tung is classified as a sweet carambola variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFwang Tung can produce well without a second variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen can I expect a harvest?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune–February is a general Florida carambola planning window. Your tree’s actual season depends on local conditions and maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I grow it in Palm Bay?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a warm, sheltered location and provide protection during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this listing for a tree or harvested fruit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing is for a living Fwang Tung Star Fruit Tree. 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A few star-shaped slices can brighten a breakfast plate, fresh salad, or meal shared with family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor your backyard orchard or Caribbean-inspired food forest, Kary adds another opportunity to enjoy something freshly harvested at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Taste \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKary produces \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emedium-to-large, sweet carambola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with yellow to golden-orange coloring at maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts crisp, juicy flesh is refreshing fresh or sliced into fruit salads. The distinctive star-shaped cross section also makes an attractive garnish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow fruit to develop its yellow color before harvesting. Star fruit does not gain additional sugar after picking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarambola develops a spreading canopy. Selective pruning can maintain an accessible height of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6–12 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a managed size rather than a naturally dwarf growth habit. Leave room for the canopy when planning your planting location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKary Carambola Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-drained soil with adequate moisture retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment and dry weather, especially between flowering and harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone, keeping material away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow suitable fruit-tree fertilizer directions and adjust feeding to tree size and soil conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manage height selectively and retain productive lower branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose a sheltered location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during frost and freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Kary in Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA warm, protected planting site gives carambola a better opportunity to thrive. In sandy soil, monitor moisture carefully and provide irrigation during dry periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter cold can damage the tree and interrupt fruit production. Avoid exposed, windy locations and areas affected by salt spray.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Season \u0026amp; Your Harvest Planner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Florida carambola harvest window: June–February.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon production peaks occur in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust–September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecember–February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are general Florida observations, not a guaranteed Kary harvest schedule. Local weather, pruning, and tree maturity affect timing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare this window with your other fruit trees, then record actual harvest dates in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy Food Forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan your harvest before you plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Food Safety Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople with kidney disease should avoid star fruit and star-fruit juice because they can cause serious harmful effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne live Kary carambola tree in your selected size. Height and branching vary naturally. The styled fruit image illustrates the crop and does not guarantee fruit on arrival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick growing information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9576%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInformation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAverrhoa carambola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Kary’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHawaii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium–large\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature fruit color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow to golden-orange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell drained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManaged height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 6–12 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect during frost and freezing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3797%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Florida harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.4096%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune–February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the cultivar spelled Kary or Kari?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUF\/IFAS lists it as Kary. We use that spelling for this cultivar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Kary a sweet star fruit variety?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Kary is classified as a sweet selection with very good fruit quality and flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen should I pick the fruit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePick when the fruit turns yellow between the ridges; some green may remain along their edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I keep the tree smaller?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Selective pruning can maintain a manageable canopy and make harvesting easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Kary grow in Central Florida?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can grow in protected locations with appropriate care, irrigation, and winter cold protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need a second carambola variety?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollination requirements vary among cultivars. A compatible variety flowering nearby may help fruit set; we do not guarantee a specific pollination outcome for Kary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":67654873055421,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48317569171645,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48317569204413,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48317569237181,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/images_25.jpg?v=1789129050"},{"product_id":"sri-kembangan-star-fruit-carambola-tree","title":"Sri Kembangan Star Fruit Tree (Carambola)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSri Kembangan Star Fruit Tree (Carambola)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring golden tropical flavor to your garden with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSri Kembangan Star Fruit Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a Malaysian variety valued for its large, sweet fruit. Its crisp, juicy flesh is refreshing straight from the garden, while the beautiful star-shaped slices add something special to salads and fruit plates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a Caribbean-inspired backyard or food forest, Sri Kembangan offers an inviting combination of attractive foliage, delicate flowers, and delicious fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Taste \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSri Kembangan is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esweet carambola variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e producing large fruit with yellow to deep golden-orange coloring at maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy its refreshing flesh:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh and sliced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn fruit salads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a decorative garnish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn preserves or sauces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor better sweetness, allow fruit to develop its yellow color on the tree. Carambola does not gain additional sugar after picking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarambola develops a spreading canopy and can become a substantial tree if left unpruned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelective pruning can maintain a manageable height of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6–12 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making care and harvesting easier. This is a pruning target, not a naturally dwarf size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSri Kembangan Carambola Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun for productive growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-drained soil with adequate moisture retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water during establishment and dry periods, particularly from flowering through harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch around the root zone, keeping material away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow suitable fruit-tree fertilizer directions, adjusting to tree size and soil conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manage upright growth while retaining useful lower branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose a sheltered planting location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during frost and freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing in Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in a warm, protected position with room for the canopy. Reliable moisture is important, especially in sandy soil, but avoid a planting site that remains saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold weather can damage leaves, branches, and fruit. Plan winter protection while your tree is young.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Season \u0026amp; Your Harvest Planner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Florida carambola harvest: June–February.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical production peaks occur during \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust–September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecember–February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse this as a broad planning window rather than a guaranteed Sri Kembangan schedule. Palm Bay weather, tree maturity, and pruning can change the timing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare its harvest window with your other trees, then record your actual harvest dates in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy Food Forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan your harvest before you plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Food Safety Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople with kidney disease should avoid star fruit and star-fruit juice because they can cause serious harmful effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne live Sri Kembangan carambola tree in your selected size. Height and branching vary naturally. Fruit photographs illustrate the variety and do not guarantee fruit on arrival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick growing information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9576%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInformation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAverrhoa carambola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Sri Kembangan’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalaysia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature fruit color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow to golden-orange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsistent moisture; good drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManaged height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 6–12 feet with pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended during frost and freezing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 36.3006%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Florida harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 63.6381%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune–February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Sri Kembangan a sweet star fruit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It is classified as a sweet variety and is valued for large fruit with good flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre carambola and star fruit the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Star fruit is the common name for carambola.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen should I harvest the fruit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest when the fruit turns yellow between its ridges; some green may remain along the ridge tips. Fruit picked too early will not become sweeter afterward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I keep the tree smaller?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Selective pruning helps maintain an accessible canopy. Sri Kembangan should not be described as naturally dwarf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it grow in Central Florida?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can grow in protected locations with appropriate care. Winter cold and access to irrigation are important considerations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Sri Kembangan need another variety for pollination?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarambola pollination requirements vary by cultivar. A compatible variety flowering nearby may help fruit set, but we do not guarantee a particular pollination result for Sri Kembangan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":67654452084925,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48317577953469,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48317577986237,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48317578019005,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/sri-kembangan-star-fruit-carambola-tree.png?v=1791648236"},{"product_id":"arkin-star-fruit-carambola-tree","title":"Arkin Star Fruit Tree (Carambola)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArkin Star Fruit Tree (Carambola)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a taste of the tropics to your backyard with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArkin Star Fruit Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a Florida selection valued for its sweet flavor and attractive golden fruit. Slice a ripe carambola crosswise and its familiar star shape turns a simple fruit plate into something special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a Caribbean-inspired garden or backyard food forest, Arkin offers another delicious reason to step outside and harvest something fresh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Taste \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArkin produces \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emedium-to-large, sweet star fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with yellow to deep golden skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flesh is crisp and juicy, with a refreshing sweetness and light tartness. Enjoy washed, ripe fruit fresh, sliced into salads, or as an attractive garnish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow fruit to develop its yellow color on the tree for better sweetness. Carambola does not gain additional sugar after picking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarambola can become a substantial tree if left unpruned. Selective pruning can maintain a manageable canopy of approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6–12 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArkin generally produces well without requiring a second carambola variety. Flowering conditions and pollinator activity still influence fruit set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArkin Carambola Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-drained soil that retains adequate moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water during establishment and dry periods, especially between flowering and harvest. Carambola has limited drought tolerance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone while keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use a suitable fruit-tree fertilizer according to label directions and soil conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selectively manage height while preserving productive lower branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose a sheltered location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees from frost and freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Arkin in Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a warm, protected microclimate with space for the canopy and access to irrigation. Winter cold can damage carambola, so protection is particularly important while the tree is young.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid sites exposed to persistent strong winds or salt spray.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Season \u0026amp; Your Harvest Planner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Florida harvest window: June–February.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon production peaks occur during \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust–September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecember–February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although timing varies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are general Florida carambola observations rather than a guaranteed Arkin schedule for every property. Palm Bay temperatures, pruning, tree maturity, and weather can shift your harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse this window to compare Arkin with your other fruit trees, then record actual harvest dates in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy Food Forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan your harvest before you plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Food Safety Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople with kidney disease should avoid star fruit and star-fruit juice because they can cause serious harmful effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne live Arkin carambola tree in your selected size. Height and branching vary naturally. Fruit images illustrate the variety; fruit is not guaranteed on arrival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick growing information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9576%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInformation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAverrhoa carambola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Arkin’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium–large; sweet; yellow to golden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsistent moisture with good drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManaged height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 6–12 feet with pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsually crops without a second variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrost sensitive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Florida harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune–February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.109%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanner months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 77.6803%;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune, July, August, September, October, November, December, January, February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre carambola and star fruit the same fruit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Carambola is commonly called star fruit because its crosswise slices resemble stars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Arkin a sweet variety?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Arkin is classified as a sweet carambola cultivar, with refreshing, juicy flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need two Arkin trees?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA second variety is generally unnecessary for Arkin to produce fruit, although growing conditions affect production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen should I pick star fruit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePick when the fruit has turned yellow between the ridges; some green may remain along the ridge tips. Picking too early reduces sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Arkin grow in Central Florida?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can grow in protected locations, but winter cold is a significant consideration. Provide a sheltered site and cold protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I keep the tree smaller?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Selective pruning can maintain a manageable canopy and make harvesting easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":48319819677885,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48319819710653,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48319819743421,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48319819776189,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/image_987ec19a-2c27-4f08-b48e-ef54a6b519be.webp?v=1789128105"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/collections\/ffc628c7-fd37-492a-baa1-277f2e81b488.png?v=1791648307","url":"https:\/\/theislandgardeners.com\/collections\/star-fruit-trees.oembed","provider":"The Island Gardeners","version":"1.0","type":"link"}