Calamondin Orange. An attractive plant with small scented flowers followed by small bitter oranges. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 1.4m. Flowers April to June. Fruits September to December. Full sun. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Citrofortunella microcarpa
An attractive plant with small scented flowers followed by small bitter oranges
Additional information
| Generic | Citrofortunella |
|---|---|
| Species | microcarpa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Calamondin Orange |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Spread | 1.4m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, June |
| Colour Fruit | yellow, orange |
| Fruits When | September, December |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water with tepid water, Water sparingly in winter |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Scale |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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