Citrus unshiu
Naartjie tree
An evergreen fruit tree that will make a attractive feature in any medium to large size garden.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
|---|---|
Botanical Name | Citrus unshiu |
Common Name | Naartjie tree |
Also Known As | Naartjie tree |
SA Tree No | |
Tree Type | Evergreen |
Attracts | Bees |
Features | |
Flowering Season | Spring |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | Yes |
Frost Tolerance | Semi-Hardy |
Fruiting Season | Summer |
Growth Rate | Fast >500mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | No |
Origin | Exotic |
Soil pH | |
Root System | Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Well Drained |
Suitable Garden Size | Medium, Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun |
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Description
The Naartjie tree is irresistible to fruit lovers because of its delicious sweet taste. It has dark green leaves and produces scented white flowers in Spring followed by its juicy fruit in Summer.
Naartjie trees are commonly used indoors or as container plants. It needs regular watering, but ensure it has good drainage as it cannot tolerate waterlogged sites.
- Young trees need to be protected from frost
- Tolerates temperatures as low as 5°C
- Estimated height: 3-6m
- Estimated width: 1.8-6.5m
- Planting distance: 5m
Cultivars: ‘Cape’, ‘Fagan’, ‘Groenskil’, Japanese ‘Satsuma’ and ‘Oonshu’.
Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.
Water requirements: Water regularly.
Fun facts: Naartjie’s don’t rot easy so it isn’t necessary to pick them as soon as they bear fruit.