- An early spring-ripening Mandarin
- Excellent flavor, light yellowish-orange fruit with seeds.
- Vigorous tree that typically bears alternate years.
- May need thinning for larger fruit.
- Self-fertile.
- Grafted onto Dwarf or Standard rootstock.
- Dwarf Height at maturity: 4'-6' in the ground/ 3'-4' in pots.
- Standard Height at maturity: 10'-12' in the ground only.
The Mandarin 'Honey' is a popular citrus tree known for its sweet, flavorful fruit and fragrant blooms. compact growth habit. With its compact growth habit and size options, 'Honey' is an excellent addition to any edible garden or container collection.
In the ground, the Dwarf tree typically reaches a height of 4 to 6 feet with a spread of 4 to 5 feet, making it an ideal choice for small gardens or urban landscapes. When grown in containers, it will usually remain smaller, around 3 to 4 feet in height, allowing for versatile placement on patios or balconies.
The Standard tree is larger because of the type of rootstock it is propagated on. When planted in the ground, it typically reaches a height of 8 to 12 feet with a spread of 6 to 8 feet, making it suitable for larger gardens or orchard settings, but not suitable for containers.
The growth habit of the Mandarin 'Honey' is bushy and dense, featuring glossy green leaves that provide an attractive backdrop for its fragrant white flowers, which bloom in spring. This tree thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce optimal fruit.
Watering requirements are moderate; it prefers well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering, especially during dry periods. It's important to allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.
