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Mandarin Orange

Citrus Reticulata

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Overview

Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata) is an attractive evergreen citrus tree, reaching heights of 10-25 feet. It boasts glossy, dark green leaves and sweetly fragrant white blossoms. Produces vibrant, easy-to-peel oranges rich in Vitamin C, typically 2-4 inches in diameter. Suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil. Moderate water needs make it a flavorful addition to both edible and ornamental landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–11Type Tree
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — with reduced frequency during the cooler months; suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — creating a vibrant backdrop year-round; and space requirements for both root expansion and canopy spread, image 54Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — approximately 2 to 3 inches long, image 32Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata) is a delightful addition to any landscapeMandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — tree with white bloomsMandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — The fruits are about 2 to 4 inches in diameter and boast a sweetMandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — consider its optimal sun exposure; approximately 2 to 3 inches long, image 59+56

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Rutaceae

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Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — with reduced frequency during the cooler months; suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — creating a vibrant backdrop year-round; and space requirements for both root expansion and canopy spread, image 54
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — approximately 2 to 3 inches long, image 32
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata) is a delightful addition to any landscape
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — tree with white blooms
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — The fruits are about 2 to 4 inches in diameter and boast a sweet
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — consider its optimal sun exposure; approximately 2 to 3 inches long, image 59
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — white flowers in the garden; suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata) is an attractive evergreen citrus tree, reaching heights of 10-25 feet
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — Moderate water needs make it a flavorful addition to both edible and ornamental landscapes; approximately 2, image 47
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata) is a delightful addition to any landscape; and space requirements for both root
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — creating a vibrant backdrop year-round; and space requirements for both root expansion and canopy spread
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — making it a moderate-sized tree for residential gardens.<br><br>The glossy; and space requirements for both, image 51
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — and space requirements for both root expansion and canopy spread
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — Suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata) is an attractive evergreen citrus tree, reaching heights of 10-25 feet; suited for
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — and space requirements for both root expansion and canopy spread, image 39
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — deep green leaves of the Mandarin are narrow and lanceolate; suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — Produces vibrant, easy-to-peel oranges rich in Vitamin C, typically 2-4 inches in diameter; and space requirements for
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — tree for full; and space requirements for both root expansion and canopy spread
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — creating a vibrant backdrop year-round
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — white flowers in the garden; suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil, image 61
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — deep green leaves of the Mandarin are narrow and lanceolate; suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun, image 52
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — slightly flattened spheres; suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil, image 55
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