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Citron

Citrus medica
The fragrant fruits of the citron are highly variable in shape and texture. They can be oblong or oval, rough or smooth. The rind is very thick and when candied peel it is used as a common ingredient in fruit cakes, plum pudding and sweet rolls. If fully... Read More
Other Names: Citrus, Etrog

$24.00 ($24.00-$79.00 choose a size)

Specifications of Citron

Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones

Grown From GraftedLearn 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? Likes Temps above 5deg

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 Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)

Fruiting/Harvest Months July, August, September

Fertiliser All Purpose, Compost, Dolomite/Lime

Plant Width 2-4m

Growth Rate Medium

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Citron Reviews & Tips

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Vera
★★★★★ 1y ago

RUTHERFORD, NSW

Citron

The history of this fruit also LOVE If fully ripened on the tree the fruits are very aromatic and yellow, they can be placed in a bowl to scent a room.

Jim
★★★★★ 2y ago

PANANIA, NSW

Citron

It's only a young plant, but it's thriving amongst my other citrus varieties. I'm looking forward to sampling the fruit in a year or two - probably as chunky candied peel.

Marco
★★★★★ 2y ago

WENTWORTHVILLE, NSW

Citron

Rare Italian citrus tree loved by my father and in his memory takes pride of place in my garden

Chelmer Roots
7y ago

Biloela, Qld, Australia

Citron

It makes the best marmalade I have ever made but I haven't seen one for years.They used to grow in Central Queensland and the Atherton Tableland.Chell

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msjekyll
★★★★ 16y ago

GORDON, NSW, Australia

Growing well,Harvested first fruit (only 2 have set) weighed in just shy of 1 kg! Regular fruiter gets some damage to the skin from unknown pest which is a shame because I want to make lemon preserved skins from it, have tried covering the fruit with b...

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