Eventual height & spread
Citrus trifoliata
Japanese bitter orange (syn. Poncirus trifoliata/ syn. Aegla sepiaria)
- 2 litre pot | 25 - 35cm tall
- £44.99
- available to order from autumn
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- Standard £5.99
- Position: A sunny patio in summer, or bright conservatory in winter
- Soil: Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or a specialist citrus potting mix when potting up
- Rate of growth: Average
- Flowering period: April to September
- Hardiness: Tender (will need winter protection)
An ornamental citrus tree prized for its fragrant white blooms and sharp tasting lemons amongst its glossy, oval leaves, born on stems that carry stout spines. Best grown in a container to limit its bushy growth, Citrus trifoliata will enjoy a conservatory setting during the winter (protecting it from temperatures below 10°C), and an outdoor sunny spot over summer. Highly scented white blossoms appear in spring and early summer, followed by 4cm (2in) wide fruits. Sometimes a second burst of lemon-scented blooms occurs in autumn.
Unfortunately we cannot guarantee that any plant will be sent out with buds, flowers or developing fruit.
Unfortunately we cannot guarantee that any plant will be sent out with buds, flowers or developing fruit.
For the best flavour, leave citrus fruits on the tree until they naturally drop when lifted. Water from the top, ensuring excess water drains away, and let the soil dry out between watering—adjusting frequency based on the season and plant conditions.
Position your citrus tree in bright light, away from radiators, and consider moving it outside during summer, bringing it back indoors before temperatures drop below 5°C.
Use citrus feed with each watering in summer and every 10-14 days in winter. If new growth appears pale, apply a citrus feed to correct nutrient deficiencies. Grow in citrus compost, repotting or top-dressing in late winter.
Position your citrus tree in bright light, away from radiators, and consider moving it outside during summer, bringing it back indoors before temperatures drop below 5°C.
Use citrus feed with each watering in summer and every 10-14 days in winter. If new growth appears pale, apply a citrus feed to correct nutrient deficiencies. Grow in citrus compost, repotting or top-dressing in late winter.
- Humans: Fruit harmful to skin with sunlight/skin allergen