The Centennial Variegated Kumquat Tree
The Centennial Variegated Kumquat is larger and sweeter than most kumquats. Some believe it’s a cross between a Nagami Kumquat and a mandarin. Compared to the Nagami, the fruit is larger and tends to be a little sweeter due to thicker skin.
So if you’re looking for a kumquat with less tart, this is a good choice. The tree’s variegated leaves and fruit make for an attractive plant too.
Basic Information
| Common Name | Centennial Variegated Kumquat |
| Botanical Name | Fortunella japonica ‘Centennial’ |
| Location of Origin | Leesburg, Flordia |
| USDA Zones | 8 – 11 |
| Can be grown in containers? | Yes |
Fruit Characteristics
| Fruit Size | Small, but larger than Nagami |
| Fruit Shape | Oval like Nagami |
| Fruit Taste | Sweet rind, sour flesh, overall bitter |
| Rind Thickness | Thin |
| Rind Texture | Smooth |
| Rind Color | Variegated orange and red hues when ripened |
| Flesh Color | Orange |
| Easy to Peel? | N/A – eaten whole |
| Seeds | Less than a few |
Tree Details
| Has Thorns? | Thornless |
| Foliage Color | Variegated – Green/White |
| Foliage Size | Small-Medium |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Size | Small |
| Mature Tree Height in Ground | 7′ – 10′ |
| Fruit Bearing Age | 3 – 4 years old |
| Alternate Bearing? | No |
| Heat to Sweeten Fruit? | Yes |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
Growing Conditions
| Temperature | Hardy to 28ºF |
| Self-fertile? | Yes |
| Sunlight Required | Full Sun |
| Bloom Season in Minnesota | Summer |
| Harvest Season in Minnesota | Winter |
| Average Spring/Summer Watering | Once every 1-2 weeks, more often when hot |
| Average Fall/Winter Watering | Once every 3 weeks |
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