calamondin orange
Citrus × microcarpa (calamondin orange)
A lovely, vigorous plant with bright green, glossy leaves and scented waxy, white flowers from spring to summer. The blooms are...
19cm pot | 60cm tall
£89.99
available to order from winter
with terracotta ruffle pot
£114.98
available to order from winter
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Plant description
A lovely, vigorous plant with bright green, glossy leaves and scented waxy, white flowers from spring to summer. The blooms are followed by small, spherical fruit with sweetish, thin, bright orange peel and sour flesh with few seeds. Unlike most citrus, the calamondin orange is quite hardy, but it's best grown in a pot and in colder areas, and should be moved to a frost-free place in winter.
Unfortunately we cannot guarantee that any plant will be sent out with buds, flowers or developing fruit.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant, (unless selected), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
Unfortunately we cannot guarantee that any plant will be sent out with buds, flowers or developing fruit.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant, (unless selected), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Citrus × microcarpa:
For the best flavour, leave citrus fruits on the tree until they naturally drop when lifted. Water from the top, ensuring excess water drains away, and let the soil dry out between watering—adjusting frequency based on the season and plant conditions.
Position your citrus tree in bright light, away from radiators, and consider moving it outside during summer, bringing it back indoors before temperatures drop below 5°C (41°F).
Use citrus feed with each watering in summer and every 10-14 days in winter. If new growth appears pale, apply a citrus feed to correct nutrient deficiencies. Grow in citrus compost, repotting or top-dressing in late winter.
Position your citrus tree in bright light, away from radiators, and consider moving it outside during summer, bringing it back indoors before temperatures drop below 5°C (41°F).
Use citrus feed with each watering in summer and every 10-14 days in winter. If new growth appears pale, apply a citrus feed to correct nutrient deficiencies. Grow in citrus compost, repotting or top-dressing in late winter.
