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🌿 Introducing the Brewster Lychee (Litchi chinensis): Nature's Delight
Your Lychee Adventure Begins Here:
- Ships in: A sturdy 3-gallon pot, ready to thrive in your garden.
- Average mature height: 20-40 ft, or pruned at managed height (**see below)
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-draining, rich
- Hardiness zones: 9-11
Experience the Brewster Lychee Magic 🪄 🍒
A Tropical Treasure Awaits:
Welcome to the world of the Brewster Lychee, where tropical delight meets your garden. This exceptional lychee variety, frequently found in Florida's lush orchards, is your ticket to enjoying deliciously large fruits. Discover the magic of Brewster Lychee and bring home the taste of the tropics.
🌱 Growth Habits & Suitability:
- Fast Fruiter: Our grafted Brewster Lychee trees are ready to bear fruit within 3-5 years, providing you with a quicker taste of this tropical delight.
- Self-Pollinating: While Brewster Lychees are self-pollinating, planting another tree nearby is highly recommended to boost fruiting.
- Hardiness & Zones: Thriving in zones 9-11, these trees bring tropical vibes to your garden.
🍈 Flavor Explosion:
- Texture: Peel back the rough skin to reveal juicy, translucent flesh that's simply irresistible.
- Taste: Experience a flavor like no other, where sweet meets floral and a hint of tartness creates a symphony of taste.
- Aromatic Delight: The Brewster Lychee's intoxicating aroma is a prelude to the delicious experience that awaits.
🌿 Unique Canopy & Aesthetic Appeal:
- Beautiful Foliage: The Brewster Lychee boasts a stunning canopy with vibrant, glossy foliage that enhances your garden's beauty.
- Fruitful Elegance: When adorned with clusters of ripe, red fruit, it transforms into a breathtaking landscape centerpiece, a true work of art.
🍽️ Culinary Delights Await 🍽️
Versatile in the Kitchen:
- Fresh Indulgence: Enjoy Brewster Lychees fresh, a delightful snack straight from the tree.
- Exotic Salads: Elevate your salads with lychee's sweet and tangy twist.
- Desserts: Create mouthwatering desserts like sorbets, tarts, and cocktails.
- Canning & Preserves: Preserve the tropical goodness with homemade jams and preserves.
🌿 Medicinal Marvel & Nutritional Powerhouse 🌿
Unlocking the Health Benefits:
Medicinal Marvels:
- Antioxidant Boost: Brewster Lychees are celebrated for their high levels of antioxidants, contributing to overall health.
- Digestive Aid: Rich in dietary fiber, they promote healthy digestion and regular bowel movements.
Nutritional Profile:
- *Vitamins:*A, C, and a variety of B vitamins, supporting immunity and overall health.
- *Minerals:*Essential minerals like potassium, copper, and phosphorus are abundant in these fruits.
- *Low in Calories:*Enjoy the tropical delight guilt-free as they are low in calories.
🌏 Historical Roots & Origins: Brewster Lychee's Journey 🌏
A Glimpse into the Past:
The history of Brewster Lychees unfolds as a captivating journey that spans centuries and continents. Delve into the intriguing origins of this tropical treasure, revealing a tale of flavor, trade, and botanical wonder.
Ancient Chinese Legacy:
Brewster Lychees trace their roots to ancient China, where they held a place of honor for their exquisite flavor and remarkable medicinal properties. Cherished by emperors and scholars, these luscious fruits became a symbol of wealth and good fortune.
Trade Routes & Global Exploration:
As the world embarked on a wave of exploration and trade, Brewster Lychees embarked on their own odyssey. They became coveted commodities along the bustling trade routes, captivating the palates of explorers and traders alike. The fruit's delectable taste and resilience made it a prized cargo, enhancing its global presence.
A Home in the Sunshine State:
Florida, with its subtropical climate, welcomed these exotic treasures with open arms. Brewster Lychees found a second home in the Sunshine State, where they flourished and became an integral part of the state's vibrant agricultural landscape. The name "Brewster" became synonymous with exceptional lychee quality.
A Name That Resonates:
The name "Brewster Lychee" itself is a testament to its appeal and historical journey. It pays homage to the fruit's captivating history, connecting cultures through a shared love for this remarkable delicacy.
A Modern-Day Culinary Gem:
Today, Brewster Lychees stand as a testament to gastronomic exploration and botanical marvel. Their rich history and exquisite flavor continue to captivate palates globally, making them a cherished addition to gardens and kitchens alike.
Experience the legacy, flavor, and magic of Brewster Lychees, a fruit with roots that stretch across time and geography. Each bite carries with it a piece of history and a world of taste. 🌏🍈
🌳 Planting Your Brewster Lychee 🌳
Ideal Planting Spot:
- Choose a sunny location with well-draining, nutrient-rich soil, ensuring your Brewster Lychee thrives.
Planting Instructions:
- Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball.
- Position the plant with the top of the root ball level with the soil surface.
- Backfill the hole, gently packing the soil, and water generously.
- Mulch with hardwood to retain moisture and deter weeds.
🌱 Caring for Your Brewster Lychee 🌱
Moisture Management:
- Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
- Apply organic mulch to retain moisture effectively.
Pruning & Maintenance:
- Prune your tree to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches.
- Embrace organic practices, including hardwood mulching, for optimal results.
Pruning & Coppicing Your Brewster Lychee:**
- To maintain a manageable height, you can prune your Brewster Lychee. It's essential to prune during the dormant season (winter) to avoid interfering with fruit production.
- Coppicing, a more drastic form of pruning, involves cutting the tree back to its base. This rejuvenation method can be used if the tree becomes overgrown and unmanageable.
- Consult pruning experts or local horticultural resources for specific guidance on maintaining your Brewster Lychee's height.
Is the Brewster Lychee Right for You?
Perfect for Lychee Lovers & Tropical Gardeners:
- Lychee Enthusiasts: If you crave the unique flavor of lychees and want to grow your own, the Brewster Lychee is a must-have.
- *Tropical Gardening:*Ideal for gardeners in zones 9-11 who want a taste of the tropics in their backyard.
Not Recommended for Limited Space or Cooler Climates:
- *Limited Space:*Due to their potential height of 20-40 ft, Brewster Lychee trees may not suit small gardens.
- *Cooler Climates:*These tropical delights thrive in warmer zones and are not suitable for colder regions.
🛒 Ready to Taste the Tropics? Order Your Brewster Lychee Tree Now! 🌱
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
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For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
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For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
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We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
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Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
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Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
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Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
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Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
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Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants
1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.
2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule
Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.
5.Extreme Weather Conditions
Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.
6. No Refund Policy
Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.
7. Responsibility of Care
Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.
8. Consent
By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.
These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.