Calamondin Bush
Bring the taste of the tropics home with the Calamondin Bush, a delightful citrus hybrid that's a cross between a mandarin and a kumquat. This compact plant offers fragrant blooms and produces small, tart, yellow-orange fruits perfect for culinary uses, often multiple times a year. It thrives in full sun and is adaptable for container growing, making it a rewarding addition to any garden or patio, suitable for both indoor and outdoor enjoyment. Its ornamental appeal and edible harvest make it a truly versatile plant.
$52.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2424
/ 2659
#2424 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
+21%
Above average
Botanical Name
Citrus mitis
/ Citrus mitis
Who it's for
- High Ornamental Value
- Excellent for Container Gardening
- Prolific and Quick Fruiting
Who should skip it
- Requires Winter Protection
- Highly Acidic Fruit
- Susceptible to Indoor Pests
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Citrus mitis
Mature Height
8 ft.
Mature Width
5 ft.
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth Rate
Moderate Growing
Hardiness
Hardy down to 30℉
Grows Well In Zones
3-11 patio / 9-11 outdoors
Drought Tolerance
Good
Features
- Produces small, tart oranges year-round
- Compact size ideal for containers
- Fragrant blooms and ornamental appeal
- Self-pollinating for single-bush harvests
- Adaptable for indoor/outdoor growing
- Thin-skinned, tart fruit for cooking
- Backed by a 1-year guarantee
- Cross between mandarin and kumquat
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Calamondin Bush for its exceptional quality and health upon arrival. Reviewers consistently note the robust size and maturity, often exceeding expectations compared to other online nursery purchases. The secure packaging effectively protects the tree during shipping, ensuring minimal transit damage. Many buyers report quick acclimation and rapid production of the sought after tart fruit, often within the first season. This successful establishment validates the investment for citrus enthusiasts. While a few customers in colder regions noted initial leaf shock, the overall consensus confirms that this product delivers a healthy, reliable, and productive ornamental citrus specimen, making it highly recommended.
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