Starfruit - Arkin

The Arkin Starfruit (Averrhoa carambola) is a standout choice for home gardeners and fruit lovers alike, prized for its star-shaped appearance and delightful flavour. This variety produces medium-sized, golden-yellow fruit with a perfectly balanced sweet-tart taste, offering a refreshing burst of juicy goodness. Whether eaten fresh, used in salads, or juiced, the Arkin Starfruit provides a versatile addition to your kitchen and a vibrant touch to your garden.

This tropical tree thrives in warm, humid environments and prefers well-drained, fertile soil. It grows well in partial shade within the Perth metro area and requires consistent watering, especially during fruiting periods. Known for its reliable fruit production and manageable growth habit, the Arkin variety is a rewarding and attractive option for gardeners seeking a productive and unique tree.

With its compact size and striking star-shaped fruit, the Arkin Starfruit is perfect for smaller spaces and can even thrive in containers. The tree typically starts fruiting in 2-4 years, rewarding you with abundant harvests of sweet, crisp fruit.

Key features of the Arkin Starfruit include:

- Fruit: Medium-sized, golden-yellow star-shaped fruit with a refreshing sweet-tart flavour

- Soil preference: Well-drained, fertile soil, pH 5.5-6.5

- Sunlight: 20-60% partial shade

- Watering needs: Regular, especially during the fruiting season

- Growth habit: Compact, ideal for smaller spaces or containers

- Climate suitability: Warm, tropical to subtropical regions

- Uses: Fresh eating, salads, juices, and garnishes

Add the delightful taste and exotic beauty of the Arkin Starfruit to your garden. Order your tree today and enjoy this tropical gem right at home!