Fruit tree
Lychee
A slow-to-fruit tree, but a summer luxury worth the wait.
Litchi chinensis
EdibleFruit Tree
Why it works here
Lychees love our hot summers and mild dry winters — cool nights in December/January are what trigger flowering.
Care
Deep infrequent watering, acidic soil, mulch heavily. Withhold water in late fall/early winter to encourage flower initiation.
Common problems
Erratic bearing — some years light, some years heavy. Manage expectations, not the tree.
Common questions
Why isn't my lychee flowering?
Lychees need a cool, dry period to initiate flowers. Warm wet winters delay or skip bloom entirely — nothing you can do but wait.
Interested in a lychee in your landscape?
We plan, install, and care for it — start with a paid consultation.