USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
2.4 - 6 m (8 - 20 ft)
Spread
2.4 - 6 m (8 - 20 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 'Ponkan' (Chinese honey orange) bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during mid-spring to early summer. 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 'Ponkan' (Chinese honey orange) is showy and aromatic. 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, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics
This fruit attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. Citrus reticulata 'Ponkan' tolerates drought.
Cautions
Thorns can make Citrus reticulata 'Ponkan' (Chinese honey orange) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets.
