{"product_id":"mauritius-lychee-tree","title":"Mauritius Lychee Tree","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMauritius Lychee Tree – Air-Layered\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a much-loved summer fruit to your garden with \u003cstrong\u003eMauritius Lychee Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its pink-to-red fruit peels open to reveal juicy white flesh—a refreshing treat to enjoy chilled, share with family, or add to a fruit salad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Mauritius Lychee trees are propagated by air layering to preserve the named variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore available sizes at \u003cstrong\u003eThe Island Gardeners\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Palm Bay pickup near Melbourne, Florida, and nationwide shipping to eligible destinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy grow Mauritius lychee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA widely grown Florida cultivar with a reputation for good production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive fruit clusters and evergreen foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet fruit for fresh eating and frozen desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir-layered nursery stock to preserve cultivar characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin and other names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe botanical name is \u003cstrong\u003eLitchi chinensis 'Mauritius'\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the soapberry family, Sapindaceae. Its background traces to southern China; the cultivar takes its name from the island of Mauritius, where it has long been grown commercially. UF\/IFAS also lists \u003cstrong\u003eTai So, Da Zao, and Hong Huey\u003c\/strong\u003e as other names. Lychee is also spelled litchi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFruit size, flavor, and texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour photographs show oval to slightly heart-shaped fruit with textured pink-red shells. UF\/IFAS rates Mauritius fruit as medium-to-large within lychee cultivars. Actual dimensions vary with crop load and growing conditions; this listing does not promise an exact fruit weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe edible translucent white aril is succulent and sweet, with a light tang and floral character. Peel away the shell and remove the brown seed before eating. Seed size varies, and occasional fruit may have a small, shriveled seed; Mauritius is not sold as a seedless or consistently small-seeded variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTree growth and size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMauritius is a vigorous cultivar with a spreading habit. Give it room to develop and use selective pruning after harvest to manage the canopy. Lychee trees can reach around 40 feet if left unpruned, so plan placement carefully rather than treating Mauritius as naturally dwarf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a position sheltered from strong wind. Container growing requires sufficient root space and ongoing care; it is not a substitute for long-term canopy planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun with good drainage. Water regularly while the tree establishes and maintain adequate moisture during flowering and fruit development. Adjust irrigation to rainfall and avoid waterlogged roots. Feed according to tree size, product directions, and local guidance; excessive feeding can encourage foliage at the expense of flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect young trees from frost and freezing conditions in Central Florida. Inspect new foliage and flowers for pests, including signs of lychee erinose mite. Consult local Extension guidance when new growth becomes distorted or blistered. Fruit spotting and rots can occur in wet weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlorida harvest and My Food Forest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlorida planning window: May–June.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mauritius is generally among the earlier commercial lychees. Local weather, bloom timing, and tree maturity affect the actual harvest, so calendar dates should be treated as estimates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow fruit to ripen on the tree. Clip mature clusters carefully and enjoy promptly after peeling and removing seeds. Harvesting immature fruit will not provide the same sweetness and eating quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse our \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Calendar and My Food Forest\u003c\/strong\u003e tools to compare Mauritius with your other fruit trees, identify overlaps, and plan a more varied harvest. Record your own flowering and picking dates to refine the calendar for your location. Scan the Harvest Calendar QR on the product image to explore the tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLitchi chinensis 'Mauritius'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOther names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTai So, Da Zao, Hong Huey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouthern China; named for Mauritius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir-layered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium-to-large; oval to slightly heart-shaped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTextured, pink to red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJuicy, translucent white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlavor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet, floral, lightly tangy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable; occasional small aborted seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVigorous, spreading; prune to manage size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlorida harvest guide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay–June; timing varies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight and soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun; well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCold care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtect young trees from frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre your Mauritius Lychee trees air-layered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. All our lychee trees are propagated by air layering to preserve their named varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Mauritius produce every year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is known for more regular production than some lychee cultivars, but weather and tree conditions still affect flowering and yields. Annual crops are not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it have a small seed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome fruit may develop small, aborted seeds, but full-size seeds are common. Remove seeds before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need two trees?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA single lychee tree can set fruit. Cross-pollination may improve fruit set under some conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it dwarf?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo dwarf habit is claimed. Mauritius is vigorous and needs room and regular pruning if a smaller canopy is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen will it begin bearing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat depends on tree maturity, establishment, and growing conditions. Air layering preserves the variety, but does not guarantee fruit on arrival or within a fixed period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I order outside Florida?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNationwide shipping is offered to eligible destinations, subject to plant-entry restrictions, selected size, weather, and checkout availability. Confirm that your climate or protected growing setup suits lychee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size tree will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose from the current variants and check their actual nursery specifications. Fruit photos illustrate the cultivar rather than the individual tree shipped. 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