Citrus

Citrus japonica Kumquat Variegata Grafted is a stunning tree with gorgeous bi-coloured foliage and fruit that change from striped green to bright yellow as they ripen. It is an ideal patio citrus with great foliage, habit and fruit with a beautiful combination of sweet and bitter. The rind is smooth and sweet - eat the fruit whole or use in preserves, marmalades and liquors. Citrus are well suited to pot culture and it is recommended to use quality potting mix. Fertilise monthly with a complete, slow-release, pelleted fertiliser all year round.

Soil: Prefers a site with good drainage and moderate moisture through the warmer months.
Conditions: Suits a prominently sunny position. Shelter from strong winds. They prefer a frost-free environment although it will tolerate light frost once established.
Size: Height 2-3m x width 2-3m

Citrus x. microcarpa (syn. Fortunella) Calamondin Variegated, also known as Calamansi tree, is a popular citrus tree that produces delicious fruits rich in vitamin C. With its glossy green and white variegated leaves, fragrant white flowers, and small, tart fruits, the calamondin offers both aesthetic beauty and culinary potential. The tree usually starts producing fruit at the age of about three years. Calamansi trees need fertilizers to stay healthy and produce flowers and fruits. These trees are heavy feeders, so you can get away with feeding them with a slow-release fertilizer or Dynamic Lifter up to 4 times a year. Pruning is important for maintaining the shape and size of your Calamondin Tree and promoting healthy growth. Prune your tree in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. The calamondin fruit is often used to enhance flavors in cooking, cocktails, marinades, and beverages. The juice can be an excellent substitute for lemon or lime in various recipes, making the shrub a valuable asset in the kitchen.

Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Conditions: Full sun with 6-8 hours of sun per day. Prefers warm temperate climates.
Size: Height 3-6m x width 3-4m

An evergreen tree with deep-green, rounded foliage and thorny stems, D'Emerald is a cultivar in the Citrus Gems range - grafted to make the plants hardier. White flowers appear in summer, followed by aromatic, finger-shaped black fruits. D'Emerald will begin to ripen - but not fully - on the tree. Once picked, leave the fruit for five to ten days to completely ripen to produce bright, emerald green pearls of tangy juice. D'Emerald has a dense and bushy habit, making it perfect for creating hedges or screens in the garden. Please note: finger lime trees will begin to produce fruit from the second autumn of planting.

Soil: Plant in composted, well-draining soil. Mulch in spring and keep the soil moist in summer.
Conditions: Will perform best in a warm sheltered spot in full sun. Tolerant of frost and dry conditions.
Size: Height 3m x width 1.5-2m

Fortunella japonica Kumquat is a charming small citrus tree prized for its distinctive fruits, which are oval-shaped, brightly coloured, and uniquely edible whole. The sweet rind contrasts beautifully with the tart, juicy flesh, creating a delicious balance of flavours in every bite. The tree itself features glossy dark green, elliptical leaves and bears clusters of small, fragrant white flowers that appear in spring and summer. These blossoms develop into vibrant orange to golden-yellow fruit that resembles miniature oranges. Kumquats are hardy and adaptable but thrive best with regular watering and feeding during the growing season. Fertilise with a citrus-specific fertiliser for best results. Prune after fruiting to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Soil: Well-drained, sandy to loamy soils with good organic content
Conditions: Full sun.Thrives in subtropical to tropical climates. Drought-tolerant when established.
Size: Height 1.8-2m x width 1-1.5m

Orange Lanes Late Navel is a neat, evergreen fruit tree. The foliage is a lovely rich green which holds its colour all year round. Petite white fragrant blooms appear in mid to late July through to October. Following the flowers, medium-sized, juicy oranges with thin skin develop. The first harvest is in winter, followed by a second crop in spring. Fertilise throughout the peak growing seasons. Low water requirements through winter, however, keep the tree well-watered throughout summer.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun.
Size: Height 3-4m x width 3-4m

Robbie Engall’s Seedless Mandarin is a small growing tree with a slightly pendulous habit making it ideal for the courtyard garden or in a pot. It is a large fruit with puffy skin, making it easy to peel. It has a mild flavour and no seeds. It is a prolific producer with fruit ready to pick in April and May, making it one of the first mandarins to ripen.

Soil: Well-drained soil
Conditions: Plant in full sun.
Size: Height 2.5m x width 2m

Dating back to the 1800s, Marsh is a popular heirloom grapefruit and is the father of many modern hybrids because of its large, slightly sweet seedless fruit. Marsh is a large, compact, attractive, evergreen tree with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, creamy-white blossoms. It is a heavy-yielding grapefruit with a round, flattened shape ripening in autumn and winter, with a fruit that is both sweet and acidic. Use as a feature tree in Mediterranean-style gardens or as an ornamental tree. The fruit is highly nutritious, rich in vitamin C, refreshing and excellent for juicing, breakfast or marmalades. Protect from strong winds, especially during flowering or while the fruit is forming.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Best suited to hot, inland climates but will crop in other areas.
Size: Height 5m x width 5m