Close up of the Chinotto fruit split in half showing the flesh colour and seed to flesh ratio

(1/9) Close up of the Chinotto fruit split in half showing the flesh colour and seed to flesh ratio

Chinotto Citrus fruit tree covered in fruit

(2/9) Chinotto Citrus fruit tree covered in fruit

A magnificent Chinotto heavily cropping it's citrus fruit

(3/9) A magnificent Chinotto heavily cropping it's citrus fruit

Ripe Chinotto fruit after being picked and held against the hand for size perspective

(4/9) Ripe Chinotto fruit after being picked and held against the hand for size perspective

A very heavy crop just forming on this Chinotto fruit tree even though it is only a few years old

(5/9) A very heavy crop just forming on this Chinotto fruit tree even though it is only a few years old

Chinotto is used in a very popular italian sparkling drink for it's unique flavour Staff at Daleys held the bottle infront of the Chinotto fruit tree

(6/9) Chinotto is used in a very popular italian sparkling drink for it's unique flavour Staff at Daleys held the bottle infront of the Chinotto fruit tree

Chinotto fruit are produced in abundance

(7/9) Chinotto fruit are produced in abundance

Leaf of the Chinotto

(8/9) Leaf of the Chinotto

Chinotto For Sale

(9/9) Chinotto For Sale

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Chinotto

Citrus myrtifolia
The soft drink named for this citrus tree - 'Chinotto' is delicious with a unique flavour. It is well suited to this, as the taste of the flesh is bitter but the sweet citrus flavours develop with cooking. The rind is candied and added to Panettone, an I... Read More
Other Names: Myrtle-leaved orange tree, Chinotti

$27.00 ($17.75-$27.00 choose a size)

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We previously had the most to buy in Jan and Mar. With limited quantities for sale in other months. They are unlikely to be available in Apr and Jun. Special Note: This plant is in the top 25% of plants customers are wanting to know about. It is very unlikely that you will be able to purchase this plant unless you click above to be notified when it is in stock again. Please expect a delay on this item as we notify those who have waited the longest .

Specifications of Chinotto

Preferred Climate Subtropical, Warm Temperate, Arid (Dry)Learn About Climate Zones

Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m

Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes

Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)

Suitability in Pots Yes with 35L+ Pot

Water Requirements Moderate Watering

Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? Semi Dwarf (2/3 Normal Size)

Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 2-3 Years

Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)

Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage

Soil pH Moderately Acidic (5.5-6.5)

Fruiting/Harvest Months June, July, August

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