USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
1.8 - 7.5 m (6 - 25 ft)
Spread
1.8 - 4 m (6 - 12 ft)
Light
full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
clay to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to alkaline
Description
Citrus madurensis (calamondin) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms. This fruit is upright and has medium green foliage that is glossy, medium textured, evergreen and aromatic. The fruit produced by Citrus madurensis (calamondin) is showy and fragrant. The stems are smooth in texture and fragrant. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning fruit which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses
Container, culinary, fruit, hedge, house plant, specimen, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics
Butterflies are attracted to Citrus madurensis .
Cautions
Thorns can make Citrus madurensis (calamondin) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
