Step-by-Step Guide on How to Grow Lychee

Lychee may also be grown from seeds by pulling seeds out from fresh fruits. Clean the seeds and plant them in well-draining soil about an inch deep. Keep the soil moist and warm to encourage germination.

Watering: Lychee seeds prefer consistently moist soil but do not tolerate standing water. Water your plant once or twice weekly with a watering can, depending on the climatic conditions of the environment where the plant is placed.

Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer at intervals of 4-6 weeks from the start of the growing season, which is from spring to early autumn. Once the tree matures, switch to a fertilizer high in potassium and low in nitrogen to promote fruiting.

Young plants should be pruned to develop a solid structure and branches that die or are weak must be removed. A good example is using mulch at the tree's base to retain moisture and control its temperature.

One of the most common questions is, how long before a lychee plant produces fruit?

Lychee trees can take between 7 and 10 years from seed to produce their first fruit. Grafted or air-layered saplings can produce fruit much faster, typically within 3–5 years. Proper care and patience are key to enjoying a fruitful harvest.