How to Grow and Care for Calabash trees

Calabash trees, also known as Krabasi

Calabash trees require consistent watering but well-drained soil to avoid root rot. They thrive in full sunlight and are sensitive to temperature drops, demanding protection from frost. Pruning is essential to maintain their shape and promote healthy growth.

Watering schedule: Every 2-3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Calabash trees

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2-3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Hardiness Zones	10-12

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Types of Calabash trees

Calabash tree

In some areas, the dried fruit of the tropical calabash tree is used to make coffee cups and musical instruments such as maracas. Artisans paint the gourd-like fruit to sell to tourists and fisherman use them to carry fish.

Morrito

Morrito is a low-growing tree with two interesting features: the flowers that open at night and large, cannonball-like fruit with almost unbreakable shells. This round shell can be opened only by humans and horses (within its native region), making the seed dispersal relatively rare. Local people use this woody fruit for making containers, cups, ornaments, and similar items.

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