{"product_id":"longan-seeds","title":"Longan Seedlings","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLongan Seedlings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow a beautiful tropical fruit tree from fresh seed. Longan produces clusters of sweet, juicy fruit with translucent flesh and a flavour often compared to lychee. Fresh seeds are ideal for growers wanting to raise this rewarding tree from seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeedling Quantity: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 seedling\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh Longan seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeast Asia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen tree reaching approximately 8–15 metres at maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow fresh seeds immediately, 10–15 mm deep in free-draining mix. Keep warm (22–30°C) and consistently moist. Germination usually occurs within 1–3 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, juicy translucent flesh surrounding a single glossy black seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces fragrant creamy-yellow flower clusters that attract pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically begins producing fruit within 5–8 years from seed under good growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun, fertile well-drained soil and regular watering while establishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is naturally rich in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin C to support the immune system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDietary Fibre for healthy digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotassium which supports heart and muscle function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally sweet, juicy flesh that's delicious eaten fresh or in desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tropical Sprouts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52049025499434,"sku":"LONGAN-SEEDS","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8672\/5418\/files\/ChatGPTImageJul7_2026_02_20_17PM.png?v=1783390831","url":"https:\/\/tropicalsprouts.co.nz\/products\/longan-seeds","provider":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}