The Calamondin Orange Tree
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The Calamondin is the most popular potted citrus variety in the world. They looked like oranges but don’t let the skin fool you in how they will taste. They are rather tart and in small doses fine to eat. Calamondin oranges are better suited for marmalade. They grown very easily in containers and produce reliably and abundantly in cooler climates.
Basic Information
Common Name
Calamondin Orange
Botanical Name
Citrofortunella microcarpa
Location of Origin
Philippines
USDA Zones
9 – 11
Can be grown in containers?
Yes
Fruit Characteristics
Fruit Size
Small
Fruit Shape
Round
Fruit Flavor
Sour
Rind Thickness
Thin
Rind Texture
Smooth
Rind Color
Orange
Flesh Color
Bright Orange
Easy to Peel?
Yes
Seeds
Few
Tree Details
Has Thorns?
Slightly
Foliage Color
Green
Foliage Size
Small
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
Small
Mature Tree Height in Ground
6′ – 10′
Fruit Bearing Age
3 – 4 years old
Alternate Bearing?
No
Heat to Sweeten Fruit?
No
Growing Conditions
Temperature
Hardy to 32 ºF
Self-fertile?
Yes
Sunlight Required
Full Sun
Bloom Season in Minnesota
Year Round
Harvest Season in Minnesota
Year Round
Average Spring/Summer Watering
Once every 1-2 weeks, more often when hot
Average Fall/Winter Watering
Once every 3 weeks
Guides for Growing in Containers
Images
This struggling Calamondin. with its wilting yellow leaves, is on the verge of death.
