Kumquat
Citrus japonica · Tree
Kumquat is a moderate-growing tree, hardy in USDA zones 8-11, that matures to about 8–15 ft × 6–10 ft. It does best in full sun with medium water needs in well-drained and moist soil. Expect white blooms in summer. It grows happily in containers.
- USDA zones
- 8-11
- Sun
- Full sun
- Water
- Medium
- Mature size
- 8–15 ft × 6–10 ft
- Spacing
- 6–10 ft
- Growth rate
- Medium
- Maintenance
- Medium
- Soil
- Well-drained, Moist
- Foliage
- Green
- Bloom color
- White
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Native to
- China
Will it survive your winters?
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