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Kumquat Tree - Description
- Potted Kumquat Tree
- Citrus Kumquat (Fortunella Margarita)
- Very Similar to Clementine, Mandrin, Tangerine & Satsuma Oranges
- Reliable Cropper
- Fruits Start Deep Green, Turning Orange
- Sweet & Tart Flavour
- Will Require Winter Protection
- Ideal for Growing in Pots
- Pot Size: 21cm
- Current Height: 75cm
Kumquat Tree - Characteristics
- Dwarf trees
- Final Height: 1 - 1.5m
- Fast growing
- Dense covering of oval, green leaves
- Deciduous tree
- Half hardy plants - Will need protection in Winter
Kumquat Tree - Planting Instructions
Positioning Kumquat Trees
- Kumquat trees like a light potting compost
- Mediterranean plants, so prefer good drainage
- Best to grow in full sun, at least 6 hours of sun each day
- We recommend growing in pots & turning these pots every few days to maximize light
- To ensure a good harvest, grow in greenhouses
- The next best location woudl be a conservatory
- Happiest in temperatures between 18 - 24°C
- You can also grow them in pots & move outside in Summer
- Provide good drainage
- Avoid shaded, exposed areas & frost pockets
After Care
- Water plants when they arrive
- Water again after planting
- Water potted Kumquats every 2 weeks
Feed in Spring & throughout the Summer months
Harvest
- Harvest when fruits turn orange
- Fruits can be left on tree for several weeks
Pollination
- Note: if you keep your tree indoors at all times then it will require pollination
- This is due to lack of insects or bees indoors
- You can pollinate by brushing the flowers with a light paint brush
- This will spread the pollen from flower to flower
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