/* ]]> */ Water and fertilize on a regular basis during the growing season, but be cautious of nitrogen fertilizer, which can cause pods to form prematurely and drop off. Since it was first reported that potassium chlorate (KClO3) could be successfully applied to promote flowering in longan, this compound IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status : Status: Lower Risk/near threatened. The heartwood is reddish brown it is not clearly demarcated from the lighter-coloured sapwood. Birds and flying foxes are attracted to Longan fruits. Air layering is the most common propagation method. Depending upon climate and soil type the tree may grow to over 100 feet in height, but it typically stands 30 to 40 ft in height and the crown is round. WebAs long as you don't dig too close to the tree, you'll be pretty fine planting stuff like 4-5 feet away from it (if you hit a root, then just dig a little to the side of it). Trees can grow as high as forty feet or more and are well-adapted for a wide variety of soil and moisture conditions. It can be frozen for prolonged periods and preserved without any loss of quality. Keep the new longan tree out of direct sunlight until the roots are well-established. One Lakes Edge, /*