{"product_id":"sweetheart-lychee-vjxq1k","title":"Sweetheart Lychee","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweet, Heart-Shaped Fruit in Spring and Summer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from the lineage of the renowned Mauritius Lychee, the Sweetheart Lychee is\u003cb\u003e a remarkable subtropical evergreen that stands out with its ability to bear fruit at a very young age.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This variation of Lychee has a high production of fruit with smaller seeds and juicier flesh than other varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe self-pollinating Sweetheart Lychee boasts a vibrant red, heart-shaped fruit that can be harvested during late spring and summer. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe outer shell cracks when fully ripe, signifying the perfect moment to indulge in the uniquely textured, grape-like flesh. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith a delightful rose scent, the Sweetheart Lychee's flavor is mild and slightly floral, complemented by subtle acidic notes reminiscent of a pear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. This makes it an excellent choice for enhancing salads or enjoying fresh, straight from the tree. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhether planted in a container for a more compact size or in the ground to achieve a larger stature, this tree adapts to various settings. Plus, it’s disease-resistant with low-maintenance care, making it suitable for any level of gardener. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrab your Sweetheart Lychee today!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlant your Sweetheart Lychee either in a container or in the ground depending on how big you want it to grow (It will grow in height to 8-10 ft. in a container and 20-30 ft. in-ground). Dig a hole twice the size of your Lychee’s root ball. Plant in well-drained, rich soil and backfill the hole. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planting on a mound will promote drainage and prevent waterlogged roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWater regularly within the tree’s first year of being established. Then, regular watering, especially during fruiting seasons in spring and summer to ensure optimal growth and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Fertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eContainer-grown lychees do not require fertilizer but will benefit greatly by spraying liquid phosphorous. Do this during transplantation and annually around September or October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Pruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTrim any dead branches during winter after the fruit is harvested.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Pollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the Sweetheart Lychee is self-pollinating, it can produce fruit on its own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fast-Growing-Trees.com","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":48860196012202,"sku":"17829","price":23.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3-4 ft.","offer_id":48860196044970,"sku":"17839","price":27.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6566\/3658\/files\/uxbhjx9fav2i_0773f408-d67c-4d39-aacc-3417d2525d26.jpg?v=1784865119","url":"https:\/\/fastgrowingtrees.shop\/products\/sweetheart-lychee-vjxq1k","provider":"Wasatch \u0026 West Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}