KumquatKumquatThis close citrus relative grows at a moderate to slow rate from six to 25 feet. They may be grown in containers, espaliers and shrubs as well as small or large trees. The evergreen leaves are bright green, three inches long, oval and pointed.
Hardy to about 20F.
Ample water, but never freestanding water. Do not over water in clay soil. For newly planted trees water twice a week in summer, maybe more often. Water established trees every other week. Tree should not reach wilting point.
Full sun.
Any soil but must have fast drainage. Digging in peat moss, sawdust, or ground bark to a depth of one foot may improve drainage.
Periodic to harvest fruit.
May not flower or fruit in cold-winter climates.
White flowers have rich orange blossom perfume.
Fruits have sweet skin and tart flesh, which makes a flavorful marmalade. Expect regular fruit production only in warm-summer areas. Fruits ripen November through March.
Grafted dwarfs make excellent colorful container plants. Seedling-grown types may be used as clipped standards, espaliers, shrubs or small trees.
Member of the Rutaceae family.
'Nagami' is the most common with oval, bright orange fruit about one inch in diameter; 'Meiwa' is best for eating with rounder, larger, somewhat sweeter fruit than 'Nagami.'
Tropical, Subtropical, Fragrant, Edible, Pool Area