Kembangan Starfruit

Arriving mid November - buy now to save!

Botanical Name: Averrhoa carambola 'Kembangan'

Common Names: Kembangan Starfruit, Kembangan Carambola

Kembangan Starfruit is a prized starfruit variety known for producing exceptionally sweet, crisp, and juicy fruit with a delicate tropical scent. It thrives in Perth’s warmer microclimates and sunny backyard spots. The tree features fine, attractive foliage and heavy clusters of pinkish-purple blossoms before setting a profusion of bright star-shaped fruits.

Features:

Ideal prune height range: 2.5-4m

pH growing conditions: 5.5 to 6.5

Shade or full sun: start with shade in Perth for first 3 years.

Minimum pot year 5: 45L pot or planted direct in ground

Time to fruit age: 2-3 years from grafted/cutting stock

Kembangan prefers rich, well-draining soil with consistent summer moisture and protection from strong winds. Because of its neat growth habit and high yield, it makes an excellent feature tree in small gardens, large containers, or permaculture food forests.

Interesting Notes:
When sliced crosswise, the fruit creates perfect star shapes that add a striking look to salads, platters, and desserts. Kembangan is widely regarded by rare fruit growers as one of the sweetest starfruit selections available.

A beautiful and high-performing fruit tree for any rare fruit enthusiast.

Limited stock. Pickup from Parkwood, WA. Delivery to Perth Metro only.

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