Mandarin - Ellendale 250mm Pot

Product Code : 9883201707395_1

Mandarin - Ellendale 250mm Pot

Citrus reticulata

Description of plant at maturity:
A medium to large sized fruit with a tight skin and strong juicy flavour. Contains seeds.
Foliage is glossy deep green and only reaches 4m. Small white flowers. Frost sensitive.

Uses:
Container plant in courtyards, feature tree in Mediterranean style gardens, espaliered along a sunny wall, ornamental tree. The fruit is highly nutritious, rich in Vitamin C, refreshing and ideal for juicing, desserts, snacks and garnishes.

Care:
Water during the warmer months, especially when fruits are forming. In containers water every three to four days, more often in hot weather. Do not water the trunk. Fertilise in Spring and late Summer - early Autumn with a fertilizer high in nitrogen but do not allow to touch the trunk. Prune in late Spring, removing inside weak growth and to shape the tree.

Planting:
Add organic matter to the soil before planting. Dig hole twice the width of the container. Remove plant from the container and place in the hole so the soil level is the same as the surrounding ground. Fill hole firmly, and water in well, even if the soil is moist. If planting in a container, use a premium potting mix. The container should be a minimum size of 60cm x 60cm.

Watering: Moderate water requirement.

Position: Plant in a sunny position with well drained soil and sheltered from strong winds.

Height: 4m



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