Production (Crop Yields)
The carambola has two major blooms in south Florida,
April through May and September through October.
However, some bloom may be found throughout the year.
The harvest season is generally from June through February
with peaks in fruit production during August through
September and December through February. Usually there
are a few fruits available throughout the year.
Carambola trees grown in wind-protected areas may begin
to produce fruit within 10 to 14 months after planting.
Generally, 10 to 40 lbs (4.5 to 18 kg) of fruit per year per
tree can be expected during the first two to three years. As
trees mature, fruit production will increase rapidly so that
by years 5 and 6, 100 to 150 lbs (45 to 68 kg) of fruit per
tree can be expected. Mature trees 7 to 12 years old may
produce 250 to 350 lbs (112 to 160 kg) of fruit or more per
year.