Averrhoa carambola, will it grow in zone 9b (Phnx, AZ)?

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brusedthumb Glendale , AZ(Zone 9b) Jul 05, 2010

I read in catalogs and online that it will grow in zones 9 and 10. However, my area is generally very dry (little or no humidity) and although I have a drip system in place, the temps reach in the 100's (today 104..). My garden/yard faces south. Is there any way that I could get one of these trees to grow here?

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Metrosideros Keaau, HI Jul 06, 2010

I've seen it produce in upcountry areas of Hawai'i. It is certainly worth a try if you can give it protection from wind.
In Phoenix you will probably need to water it regularly.

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brusedthumb Glendale , AZ(Zone 9b) Jul 06, 2010

@ Metrosideros: Thanks! I'm gonna give it a try..! I'm prepping the soil now (because it's mostly clay...) ....I'll keep you posted...

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Metrosideros Keaau, HI Jul 06, 2010

Great! What cultivar are you going to grow?

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brusedthumb Glendale , AZ(Zone 9b) Jul 07, 2010

The Sri Kembangan.....I believe that's a Thai variety .....no?

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Metrosideros Keaau, HI Jul 07, 2010

I have that one! Yes, it's a Thai variety. It makes larger sweeter fruit than other varieties.

http://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/AVERRHOA_CARAMBOLA.htm

http://www.crfg.org/pubs/ff/carambola.html

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brusedthumb Glendale , AZ(Zone 9b) Jul 07, 2010

I'm excited about the prospect!.....

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