Averrhoa carambola 'Maher Dwarf'
Also Known As
- Maher Dwarf Star Fruit
Plant type
tree, shrub, fruit / vegetable
size
- H: 2'-4'
- W: 2'-6'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Averrhoa carambola 'Maher Dwarf' plant details
Averrhoa carambola 'Maher Dwarf' is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable, shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Averrhoa carambola 'Maher Dwarf'
- Plant type: fruit / vegetable, shrub or tree
- Plant family: oxalidaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Averrhoa carambola 'Maher Dwarf'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This easy-to-grow fruiting tree will flower and fruit once it reaches a height of 1 1/2-2', often within the first year. Small clusters of lilac-colored flowers bloom intermittently year-round followed by fruit, which ripens to a golden yellow usually within 3-4 months. Then the magic happens: slice the fruit in half and a beautiful 5-pointed star is discovered. As a bonus, the fruit from this dwarf tree is as sweet as that which comes from the larger trees. Grow in full sun in any well-drained potting mix with moderate amounts of fertilizer during the active growing season. Our grafted 'Maher Dwarf' plant has improved vigor and will produce fruit year after year. The pictured Dwarf Star Fruit is a 2 year-old tree.
Gardening facts about Averrhoa carambola 'Maher Dwarf' plant
How to Grow Averrhoa carambola 'Maher Dwarf'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Fruit
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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