Citrus Reticulata (Thorny Mandarin) GRAFTED
Citrus Reticulata (Thorny Mandarin) GRAFTED
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Enjoy the sweet flavour of home-grown citrus with Citrus Reticulata (Thorny Mandarin). This vigorous evergreen tree produces abundant crops of juicy, easy-to-peel mandarins with a rich, refreshing flavour. The tree retains its traditional thorny branches, making it a hardy and reliable choice for home orchards, edible gardens, and larger landscape plantings. The fruit is perfect for fresh eating, juicing, desserts, and lunchboxes.
In spring, Thorny Mandarin is covered with fragrant white blossoms that develop into vibrant orange fruit, while its glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round ornamental appeal. Easy to grow and highly productive, this low-maintenance citrus tree thrives in sunny positions and rewards gardeners with dependable harvests season after season.
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Mature height
3–5 m
Mature width
2–4 m
Spacing
3–4 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy dark green foliage, white fragrant flowers, bright orange fruit
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring
Sun tolerance
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low; water regularly during establishment, feed with a quality citrus fertiliser, and prune lightly after fruiting to maintain shape. Handle with care due to the thorny branches
Root System
Non-invasive, fibrous root system suitable for gardens and large containers with well-drained soil