Star Fruit Maher Dwarf (Averrhoa carambola)

This easy-to-grow Star Fruit tree will flower and fruit once it reaches a height of 1 1/2-2′, often within the first year. Small clusters of lilac-colored flowers bloom intermittently year-round followed by fruit, which ripens to a golden yellow usually within 3-4 months. Then the magic happens: slice the fruit in half and a beautiful 5-pointed star is discovered. As a bonus, the fruit from this dwarf tree is as sweet as that which comes from the larger trees. Grow in full sun in any well-drained potting mix with moderate amounts of fertilizer during the active growing season. Our grafted ‘Maher Dwarf’ plant has improved vigor and will produce fruit year after year. The pictured Dwarf Star Fruit is a 2 year-old tree.