Averrhoa carambola
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Starfruit (Averrhoa carambola) is a tropical fruit tree native to Southeast Asia, bearing distinctive ribbed, waxy fruits that produce a star shape when sliced crosswise. The fruits range from tart to sweet depending on cultivar and ripen from green to golden yellow. For sale in St. Augustine, FL from $76.95.
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Carambola requires full sun (at least 8 hours daily) to fruit well. In NE Florida, plant in the warmest, most frost-sheltered microclimate available — south- or southeast-facing locations near a structure provide the best cold protection.
Carambola is not drought tolerant; water regularly to keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruit development. Reduce irrigation in winter. In NE Florida's sandy soils, deep watering 2–3 times per week during dry spells is appropriate.
Plant in well-drained, mildly acidic soil amended with compost. Fertilize young trees every 30–60 days with a complete fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium; mature trees benefit from 3–4 applications per year. Avoid over-fertilizing with nitrogen, which promotes foliage at the expense of fruit.
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Shares 4 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, and pollinator-friendly.
Shares 4 of the same needs: moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
Shares 5 of the same needs: full sun, moderate water, sandy, zone 9a hardiness, and pollinator-friendly.
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Starfruit is a fruit tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 20-30 feet × 20-25 feet.
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.
