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Bosworth 3 lychee fruit tree that is well developed and shows their growth habit

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Lychee - Bosworth 3

Litchi chinensis
Also known as Kwai Mai Pink, this variety will average 45 to the kg, is small seeded and very sweet. Will produce good crops every year, despite the climate or soil type from NSW to Cape York. Early season.
Other Names: Kwai Mai Pink, Litchee, Litchi

$49.00 ($49.00-$79.00 choose a size)

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Specifications of Lychee - Bosworth 3

Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones

Grown From MarcotLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m

Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Yes

Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)

Suitability in Pots Yes with 35L+ Pot

Water Requirements Frequent Watering, Moderate Watering

Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? No (Full Size)

Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 4-5 Years

Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)

Preferred Soil Type Perfect Drainage (Sand/Volcanic)

Soil pH Moderately Acidic (5.5-6.5)

Fruiting/Harvest Months January, February, December

Fertiliser All Purpose, Compost, Sulphur

Plant Width 4-6m

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Lychee - Bosworth 3 Reviews & Tips

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Grace
★★★★★ 11months ago

GLENFIELD, NSW

Lychee - Bosworth 3

Looking healthy hope it will thrive

Sameer
★★★ 2y ago

GIRRAWEEN, NSW, Australia

Lychee - Bosworth 3

Why I got this plant: My Husband likes this fruit.

Duanne
★★★★★ 2y ago

INGHAM, QLD, Australia

Lychee - Bosworth 3

leanne
★★★★★ 2y ago

MUSWELLBROOK, NSW, Australia

Lychee - Bosworth 3

Always wanted a lychee tree. Lovely healthy plant. I'm waiting to enjoy some lovely fruit. Highly recommend Daleys fruit

Jan
★★★★★ 2y ago

BANKSIA BEACH, QLD, Australia

Lychee - Bosworth 3

This plant is thriving, and easy to grow. I look forward to eating my own lychees in the future.

Brian
★★★★★ 2y ago

BILAMBIL HEIGHTS, NSW, Australia

Lychee - Bosworth 3

Maali
★★★ 2y ago

QUAKERS HILL, NSW, Australia

I had it from Bunnings. Started flowering in first season which I had removed to focus on root development. Struggles due to winds.

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Waterfall
★★★★ 9y ago

WATERFALL, NSW, Australia

This was labelled a Kwai Mai Pink but some say its the same as a Bosworth 3. It will be planted in the ground in time for spring 2015. Seems happy enough so far, no new growth yet.This how now been duo planted in the ground with my Salathiel. B3 is on ...

Anne
★★★★★ 9y ago

Perth, W.A.

We had many lychee trees in South Africa until we moved to Perth.  Miss these delicious fruits.  Going to plant one in my backyard soon.

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Edward3
★★★★★ 10y ago

CARLINGFORD, NSW, Australia

This variety produces large fruit with very good taste and many have small seed. We prune the top after fruiting to keep the size manageable. 

Rob19
10y ago

WEST FOOTSCRAY, VIC

It hasn't changed in 18 months. It's not happy or sad...just constant.

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Anne2
10y ago

Bella Vista, NSW

This is also one of my favourites.  Refreshing taste when eaten cold.

CairnsGal1
★★ 13y ago

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thinking maybe... but also put off by the difficulty... would like a dwarf version and haven't found great reviews...

xhristofer
★★★ 13y ago

Bundaberg, Qld, Australia

I just love lychees. This tree is only very young and has struggled to get moving. I mulched the tree with mulch purchased from the local rubbish tip and it has taken off. New growth abounding which is a little odd for winter time. All my trees seem to...

leahg
★★★★ 13y ago

Brandon, Qld, Australia

the fruit are fantastic but youhave to be quick to beat the birds and foxes

murray
★★★ 14y ago

New Lambton Heights, NSW, Australia

dont fertilize when young very senstitive to wind

Damian
★★★ 14y ago

Noble Park, VIC, Australia

growing slowly

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amanda19
★★★★ 15y ago

LESCHENAULT, WA

Just planted (Aug09)July 2010 - doing very well. I think it loves the constant subsoil moisture from the Biolytix. Not phased by the scorching summer or wind.Nov 2010: Now in a 35L tree bag in an enclosed shade house. Has a dozen fruit at present and l...

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HappyEarth
★★★★ 15y ago

Unanderra, NSW, Australia

Steady grower - really starting to take-off now 2010

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