Citrus reticulata

Citrus reticulata: characteristics and care

The Citrus reticulata, commonly known as the mandarin orange tree, is an evergreen tree native to East Asia that stands out for its dense, rounded canopy, glossy dark green foliage, and sweet, easy-to-peel orange fruits, highly valued in both ornamental gardening and fruit production.

Its compact habit and generous fruiting make it a popular choice for Mediterranean gardens as well as patios and large pots.

It prefers temperate climates and protection from frost; it tolerates heat well and benefits from regular watering, especially during flowering and fruiting.

At Ornacom, we directly cultivate each specimen, ensuring a balanced habit and abundant fruiting from the first years of planting.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

Hardiness varies by cultivar and rootstock; avoid waterlogged soil and frost during shoot emergence and flowering.

Soil / moisture

Fresh to moist; well-drained

Bloom

Summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

9–11

Compatible climates

Csa, Cfa, Cwa, Aw subtropical

Tolerance to humid climate

4/5 · alta

Maintenance

Development

4/5 · 3–6 m · crecimiento medio — menor sobre patrón enanizante

Pests

5/5 · muy alta — minador, pulgón, cochinillas, ácaros, mosca blanca y Phytophthora; control fitosanitario obligatorio

Pass

5/5 · muy alto — nutrición cítrica fraccionada de primavera a fin de verano, con Fe, Mg, Mn y Zn según análisis

  • Warning

Hardiness varies by cultivar and rootstock; avoid waterlogged soil and frost during shoot emergence and flowering.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

4/5 · alto — conservar humedad uniforme, aumentando en calor; sin saturación

Soil / moisture

Fresh to moist; well-drained

Bloom

Mainly summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

9–11

Compatible climates

Csa, Cfa, Cwa, Aw subtropical

Tolerance to humid climate

4/5 · alta

Maintenance

Development

4/5 · 3–6 m · crecimiento medio — menor sobre patrón enanizante

Pests

5/5 · muy alta — minador, pulgón, cochinillas, ácaros, mosca blanca y Phytophthora; control fitosanitario obligatorio

Pass

5/5 · muy alto — nutrición cítrica fraccionada de primavera a fin de verano, con Fe, Mg, Mn y Zn según análisis

  • Warning

Hardiness varies by cultivar and rootstock; avoid waterlogged soil and frost during shoot emergence and flowering.

Citrus reticulata

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