Star Fruit / Carambola Live Plant

Listing is for one seedling grown out in a quart size nursery pot.

Unique, Juicy & Tropical Garden Favorite - Add a burst of tropical charm to your garden with a Star Fruit (Averrhoa carambola) seedling! Known for its distinct star-shaped slices and sweet-tart flavor, this compact fruit tree is ideal for edible landscapes, patios, or container gardens in warm climates. With its delicate pink flowers and glossy foliage, Star Fruit is as ornamental as it is productive.

--- Plant Information:

Common Names: Star Fruit, Carambola

Growth Habit: Small to medium-sized tropical tree

Mature Height: Typically grows 12–25 feet tall, but can be kept smaller with pruning

Fruit Production: Produces yellow, star-shaped fruit with juicy, crisp flesh

Time to Fruit: Begins fruiting in 2–4 years under optimal conditions

Cold Hardiness: Best for USDA zones 9–11; protect from frost or grow in containers in cooler zones

Sun Exposure: Requires full sun for best flowering and fruiting

--- Care Instructions After Receiving Plant:

Unpack Carefully: Gently remove packaging and inspect the seedling

Hydrate: Water thoroughly after unpacking to rehydrate the roots Acclimate: Keep in partial sun for 1–2 days, then transition to full sun

Transplant: Use a well-draining soil mix in a container or garden bed Monitor: Water regularly while the plant establishes itself

--- Simple Plant Care Instructions:

Soil: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral, loamy soil with good drainage

Water: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in dry weather Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced fertilizer every 6–8 weeks during the growing season

Pruning: Prune to shape and manage height; remove any weak or crossing branches

Container Growing: Ideal for large pots—just provide support and full sun

Mulching: Use organic mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature

--- Benefits & Uses:

Edible Fruit: Crisp, juicy star-shaped fruit great for snacking, juicing, or garnishing

Compact Size: Suitable for small spaces, patios, or tropical container gardening

Attracts Pollinators: Pink flowers bring bees and butterflies to your garden

Tropical Beauty: Glossy foliage and exotic fruit make it a showstopper Productive & Unique: Can produce multiple harvests per year in warm climates

--- What You’ll Receive:

Healthy Star Fruit seedling, rooted and ready for transplanting

Easy-to-follow care instructions for planting success