Citrus japonica
Kumquat
An easy-to-grow fruit tree that needs full sun and is suitable for any garden size.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
|---|---|
Botanical Name | Citrus japonica |
Common Name | Kumquat |
Also Known As | Nagami kumquat, Cumquats |
SA Tree No | |
Tree Type | Evergreen |
Attracts | Birds, Bees, Butterflies |
Features | |
Flowering Season | Spring, Summer |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | Yes |
Frost Tolerance | Hardy |
Fruiting Season | Winter, Summer |
Growth Rate | Medium >250mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | No |
Origin | Exotic |
Soil pH | |
Root System | Not Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well Drained |
Suitable Garden Size | Small, Medium, Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun |
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Description
A gorgeous flowering broadleaf fruit tree that produces fragrant white flowers from late Spring to early Summer. It bears bright orange fruit from Summer to Winter that clearly has a slightly sweet, sour and tangy taste.
One of the most charming fruit trees for your garden orchard, Kumquats can be used as a feature tree and as an attractive indoor or container plant. Kumquats have a medium growth rate and can be planted in any soil pH and it is suitable for most soil types.
- Tolerates temperatures as low as -7°C
- Estimated height: 2.4-3.6m
- Estimated width: 1.8m
- Planting distance: 1.8m
- Can be pruned to bonsai
Cultivars: Nagami, Meiwa, Maruni, Hong Kong.
Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.
Water requirements: Water regularly.
Fun facts: Kumquats are rich in vitamin C and provide some vitamin A. Its skin is filled with fiber and antioxidants. This tasty fruit is also free from cholesterol and low in fat and sodium.