The Erdon Lee Lychee is truly a showstopper! Often known as the Dragons Egg Lychee or the Giant Lychee, the delicious Erdon Lee fruit averages between 50-60 grams in weight but can top 100grams! The fruit is sweet, juicy and fragrant and will make a unique and special addition to your collection of fruit trees. They grow well in either the ground or in a large pot, and their new flushes of growth come through in beautiful shades of pink and peach before changing to green.
Read more at our Lychees - Overview page.
Please contact us if you have any questions about buying this fruit tree.
Tree Specifications
- Scientific Name
- Litchi Chinensis 'Erdon Lee'
- Fruiting Months
- January, February (calendar)
- Purchase Height
- 1-2 feet
- Maximum Height
- 2-5 metres
- Pot Size
- 4 litres
- Self-Pollinating
- Yes
- Propagation Method
- Marcotted / Air-layered (find out more)
Top Tips for Planting
- Plant in full sun
- Requires well drained soil with plenty of organic matter
Top Tips for Growing
- Do not apply a fertiliser until completion of the trees first fruiting; fertilizer should then be a gentle slow release option to protect the roots.
- Regular watering required. Using mulch around the base will help to keep the soil moist but leave a gap of 4-6 inches from the trunk.
FAQs
Is it suitable for growing in pots?
Absolutely! It will grow wonderfully in a very large pot that has good drainage and it will produce great crops.
How much water does it require?
Lychees require regular watering.
When will it start fruiting?
Fruit will start to be produced 18months - 2 years after planting.
Did You Know
Lychees are originally from China and surrounding regions and have been popular for thousands of years! Lychees can self-pollinate; that’s right – you only need one tree to get fruit. On their long, branched, flowering stems (called panicles) they produce both male and female flowers.
Delivery Information
Please contact us if you would like to discuss delivery options. There is a minimum order requirement of $65 and delivery charges apply. Alternatively, order online and come and collect from us. See our Collection and Delivery Policy (Shipping Policy) for more information.
Fruit Trees make Great Gifts!
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Check out our Fruiting Calendar to find the perfect variety.
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