Overview

Bring the taste of the tropics to your home with our vibrant calamansi orange tree. Also known as Calamondin or Citrus Microcarpa, this perennial evergreen plant is cherished for its edible, sweet-tart fruit and ornamental appeal. This particular specimen is a thriving live calamondin plant, standing approximately 20 inches tall and rooted in a robust 3-gallon pot. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting, growing calamansi indoors or outdoors provides a rewarding experience, yielding versatile fruit perfect for culinary creations or a refreshing drink. Its compact size also makes it an excellent choice for those interested in growing this citrus as a dwarf tree or even a bonsai.

The calamansi orange tree is a hybrid citrus, a cross between a kumquat and another species of citrus, offering a unique flavor profile that is both sour and sweet. It’s a beautiful addition to any space, with glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers that eventually give way to small, round, orange-like fruits. Enjoy fresh calamansi juice, zest, or use the fruit in marinades, desserts, and cocktails. This easy-to-care-for plant promises a bountiful harvest and a touch of exotic elegance.

Key Benefits

Our calamansi orange tree offers a multitude of benefits, from its aesthetic appeal to its practical uses, making it a fantastic addition to any plant collection. Here are some of the advantages you’ll enjoy with this magnificent citrus:

• Delicious Edible Fruit: Enjoy a continuous supply of fresh, tangy calamansi fruit tree, perfect for drinks, desserts, and savory dishes. The fruit is rich in Vitamin C and offers a unique flavor.
• Ornamental Beauty: With its glossy green foliage, fragrant white blossoms, and vibrant small oranges, the calamansi orange tree adds year-round visual appeal to any indoor or outdoor setting.
• Versatile Growing Options: This resilient plant can be grown as an attractive ornamental, a productive fruit tree, or even trained as a dwarf or bonsai, adapting to various spaces and preferences.
• Fragrant Blooms: The delicate white flowers emit a sweet, pleasant aroma, enhancing the ambiance of your home or garden, especially during its blooming season.
• Compact Size: Standing 20 inches tall in a 3-gallon pot, this plant is an ideal size for patios, balconies, or as an indoor houseplant, fitting comfortably into smaller spaces.
• Relatively Low Maintenance: Once established, the calamansi orange tree is quite forgiving, requiring consistent care but not excessive attention, making calamondin plant care manageable for most gardeners.
• Health Benefits: Beyond its culinary uses, calamansi fruit is known for its high vitamin C content, supporting immune health and offering antioxidant properties.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Proper care is essential for a thriving calamansi orange tree. Follow these guidelines to ensure your Citrus Microcarpa flourishes and produces abundant fruit. Calamansi trees are relatively easy to care for, but they do have specific requirements to meet their tropical needs.

Sunlight Requirements

Calamansi orange tree plants need at least 6-10 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce fruit. Position your plant in a south-facing window if grown indoors, or a full-sun location if outdoors. If natural light is insufficient indoors, consider supplementing with a grow light. Rotate the plant periodically to ensure even growth and light exposure on all sides.

Watering and Soil

The key to successful calamondin plant care is consistent but not excessive watering. Water deeply when the top 1-2 inches of soil feel dry to the touch. Infrequent, deep watering is better than frequent, shallow sprinklings, as it encourages stronger root development. Ensure the pot has excellent drainage to prevent root rot. Use a well-draining loamy soil mixed with compost, specifically formulated for citrus plants, to ensure good aeration and nutrient retention.

Temperature and Fertilization

Calamansi orange tree thrives in warm, subtropical to tropical climates, ideally between 20°C and 30°C (68-86°F). Protect your plant from frost; if temperatures drop below 5°C (40°F), bring indoor plants inside. Fertilize your calamansi fruit tree every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced citrus-specific fertilizer. Reduce fertilization during the dormant winter months. Pruning can be done to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.

Size & Details

This offering is for one robust calamansi orange tree, approximately 20 inches tall from the base of the pot to the top of the foliage. It comes planted in a durable 3-gallon nursery pot, providing ample space for its root system to establish before needing repotting. The plant is a live calamondin plant, carefully nurtured and ready to be placed in your home or garden. Calamansi plants typically have a moderate growth rate and can reach mature heights of 6-10 feet if planted in the ground, though they remain significantly smaller when container-grown, making growing calamansi indoors a popular choice. Expect to see fragrant flowers and fruit production within the first year or two under optimal conditions.

The compact nature of the Citrus Microcarpa allows it to be easily managed and pruned to your desired size and shape. It is shipped as a well-rooted, healthy specimen, packed to ensure its safe arrival. While exact fruit yield varies with care and environment, a healthy plant can produce dozens of fruits annually, providing a consistent supply for your culinary needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this calamansi orange tree get? A: This calamansi orange tree is currently about 20 inches tall in a 3-gallon pot. When grown in a container, it can be maintained at 3-5 feet tall with pruning, making it ideal for growing calamansi indoors or on a patio.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The calamansi orange tree can thrive both indoors and outdoors. It prefers warm climates and bright sunlight. If you live in a region with cold winters, it’s best to bring the plant indoors when temperatures drop.
• Q: How much sunlight does my calamondin plant need? A: Your live calamondin plant requires at least 6-10 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce the best fruit. Indoors, place it near a bright, south-facing window or use a grow light.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the calamansi orange tree is considered relatively easy to care for, especially for a citrus plant. Consistent watering, adequate sunlight, and proper fertilization are key to successful calamondin plant care.
• Q: What condition will the calamansi fruit tree arrive in? A: Your calamansi fruit tree will arrive as a healthy, live plant in its 3-gallon nursery pot, carefully packaged to ensure minimal stress during transit. It will be ready to be placed in its new home.
• Q: When is the best time to plant or repot my Citrus Microcarpa? A: The best time to plant or repot your Citrus Microcarpa is in the spring or early summer, allowing it ample time to establish itself before cooler temperatures arrive.
• Q: Can I use calamansi fruit in cooking? A: Absolutely! The fruit from your calamansi orange tree is highly versatile in the kitchen. It can be used for juice, marinades, sauces, desserts, and cocktails, offering a unique sweet-tart flavor.
• Q: What kind of soil is best for growing calamansi indoors? A: For growing calamansi indoors, use a well-draining, slightly acidic soil mix specifically formulated for citrus plants. A blend of loamy soil with compost and perlite works well to ensure good drainage.
• Q: How long until my calamansi orange tree produces fruit? A: Under optimal conditions, your calamansi orange tree may begin to flower and produce fruit within its first year or two after planting, especially since it is already a 20-inch tall plant.
• Q: What’s the minimum temperature this calamansi fruit tree can tolerate? A: The calamansi fruit tree is sensitive to frost. It can tolerate brief drops to around 5°C (40°F), but prolonged exposure to cold temperatures will damage the plant. It thrives best in temperatures between 20°C and 30°C (68-86°F).