Calamondin Orange – Citrus

In Latin countries the fruits of this symmetrical, compact plant are known as ‘agri-dulce’ (Sweet and Sour). The small, juicy orange fruits of Orange ‘Calamondin’ have a bitter taste at first before leaving a delicious sweet flavour in your mouth. Set against a foil of glossy, dark foliage, the delicate clusters of tiny white flowers fill the air with their delicious fragrance throughout the year. The fruits that follow may take up to a year to ripen but are well worth the wait. Oranges can be harvested as they ripen and once picked, will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Orange trees are capable of surviving brief periods below 0C, but are best grown in large containers and moved indoors to a bright frost free position from autumn to spring. This tree is self fertile and will not need a pollination companion. Height: 3m (9’). Spread: 2m (6’).