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Citrus reticulata 'Murcott'

Family Rutaceae
Plant Type fruit
Zone USDA:   8a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H4 - G2   Australia:   2 - 5  
Care Level
Height 3 - 7.5 m (10 - 25 ft)
Spread 3 - 7.5 m (10 - 25 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Citrus reticulata 'Murcott' (honey tangerine) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid spring to late spring. This fruit is rounded in form and has medium green foliage that is glossy, medium textured, evergreen and fragrant. The fruit produced by Citrus reticulata 'Murcott' (honey tangerine) 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 Border, container, culinary, fruit, hedge, house plant, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Citrus reticulata 'Murcott' . Citrus reticulata 'Murcott' is tolerant of drought.