Longan Tree | Sweet Juicy Lychee-Like Tropical Fruit

Kohala Longan

7 Gallon

$289.00

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Kohala Longan

Dimocarpus longa

The "King of Longan" • Largest & Sweetest Fruit • Exceptionally Heavy & Reliable Producer

$289.00

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Bay Area–Based Nursery

We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Kohala Longan is the undisputed king of its kind, revered for producing the largest, sweetest, and most luxurious fruit in the longan family. This magnificent evergreen tree offers not just beauty with its dense, glossy canopy, but also a remarkably heavy and reliable harvest of grape-sized gems. Each thin, brown shell cracks easily to reveal a thick, succulent, snow-white aril that is incredibly sweet, juicy, and floral, with a minimal seed. For a taste of tropical indulgence and a highly productive shade tree, Kohala stands as the premier choice.

Universally acclaimed as the best commercial and home garden variety, known for its superior fruit size, sweetness, and yield.
Produces very large, round fruit with a thin, brittle brown shell that is easy to peel.
The aril (flesh) is exceptionally thick, crisp, juicy, and sweet with a distinct floral, muscat-like flavor and a very small seed.
A vigorous, self-pollinating evergreen tree that bears heavy, reliable crops once established.
Can grow large (30-40 ft) but is readily maintained at a manageable height (10-15 ft) with annual pruning after harvest.
Requires a warm, subtropical to tropical climate and full sun for optimal fruiting.

Flavor Profile:

Flavor: Intensely sweet and aromatic with rich honey and floral notes, far surpassing common longan varieties.
Texture: Crisp, incredibly juicy, and gelatinous—like a perfect lychee but with a more substantial bite.
Best Uses: The ultimate fresh-eating longan, best enjoyed straight from the shell. Also excellent in fruit salads, desserts, cocktails, or dried.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Foliage: Long oval-shaped leaves, dark green, smooth-edged with clear veins.Flowers: Small, yellow-white flowers, bloom in June, self-pollinating, with a flowering-to-harvest period of 140 to 190 days.Fruit: Round, approximately the size of grapes, with thin, brown skin that is easy to peel; white, juicy, and sweet flesh with a rich flavor, contains a non-edible, shiny brown seed at the center.Flavor: Sweet, juicy, with a rich fruit flavor
Mature Height: 30-40 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages:Known as the "king of longan" due to its large fruit size, high yield, unique sweetness, and floral fragrance.High-yielding variety with a great flavor profile.Can be eaten fresh, added to fruit salads, desserts, or cocktails for a unique flavor, or used in soups and dried for long-term storage
Landscape Uses:Ideal for tropical gardens or orchards.Can be used in ornamental and edible landscaping
Additional Features:Fruit Protection: If birds become a problem, protect the fruit by using paper bags or net bags to cover the fruit. Habit: Evergreen fruit tree with a moderate growth rate, needs full sun for optimal growth

Q: How does Kohala compare to regular longan from the store?
A: There is no comparison. Kohala fruit is significantly larger, sweeter, juicier, and has a thicker flesh and smaller seed than typical commercial longans. It represents a major upgrade in flavor and eating experience.

Q: How long until it starts bearing fruit?
A: A grafted Kohala longan tree will typically begin to bear a light crop within 2-3 years after planting in the ground. Substantial, reliable harvests can be expected by years 4-5.

Q: Does it need a lot of water?
A: It requires consistent, deep watering, especially during flowering and fruit development. However, it is somewhat drought-tolerant once mature. Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot. A thick mulch layer helps retain moisture.

Q: How do I protect the fruit from birds?
A: As the fruit clusters mature, they become highly attractive to birds. The most effective method is to bag entire fruit clusters with fruit protection bags or fine mesh netting once the fruits have reached marble size.