Litchi Trees

HLH Mauritius Litchi

The Reliable Favourite: This is the most widely grown litchi variety in South Africa for a reason. It is exceptionally productive and produces high-quality fruit even in younger trees.

Fruit Profile: Medium-sized, heart-shaped fruit with a bright red, "spiky" skin. The flesh is translucent, incredibly juicy, and has a distinct floral sweetness. It is the gold standard for fresh eating and summer fruit platters.

Requirements:

Climate: Litchis love the humidity of the Gqeberha coast! While they thrive in the sun, they are sensitive to frost and should be planted in a warm, wind-sheltered spot at "Die Plaas."

Sun: Requires full sun to encourage heavy flowering and fruit set.

Soil: They prefer well-draining, slightly acidic soil. We recommend enriching the planting hole with our Triple Mix Farm Soil (R50) and a bag of acid compost.

Watering: Litchis have a shallow root system and are thirsty during the flowering and fruiting stage (September to January). Never let the soil dry out completely during this time.

Feeding: Use our CFT Liquid Fertilizer (R80) every 4–6 weeks to maintain a lush, dark-green canopy.

Mulch: A thick layer of Bark Chips (R55) is essential to keep the shallow roots cool and moist during the heat of February.