Clementine Mandarin Tree

The Clementine Mandarin Tree is a beautiful and productive citrus tree that produces small, sweet and juicy mandarins. The fruit has a bright orange color and a thin, easy-to-peel skin. Clementine Mandarin tree are easy to grow in gardens or containers. Also known as a Algerian Tangerine, the Clementine Mandarin tree is a great choice for people who want to grow their own mandarins. It can be grown in a variety of soils and tolerates heat well, but also has a low heat requirement for fruit maturity. The evergreen tree is nearly thornless with dense, narrow leaves. The small to medium-sized fruit is seedless or has few seeds, depending on the climate or cross-pollination where it is grown. Clementine mandarins are tender, sweet and juicy fruits. Delicious eaten fresh or used in salads, desserts, cocktails, juices, and jams. The Clementine mandarin tree is perfect if you want a productive and low-maintenance citrus tree. Order your Clementine Mandarin Tree today from Plants Express and enjoy fresh mandarins from your own backyard orchard! Semi-Dwarf vs. Standard citrus trees: The difference between a semi-dwarf tree and a standard tree is the mature height. Semi-dwarf citrus trees are smaller and grow to approximately two-thirds the size of a standard tree form. Depending on the position of the lower branches on the trunk, a semi-dwarf citrus can look like a bush with a short trunk, or a tree with a trunk. The mature height of a Clementine Mandarin tree based on average growing conditions is: Semi-Dwarf tree: 8-15 ft. tall. Standard tree: 15-20 ft. tall. In containers, the Clementine Mandarin tree will be smaller and can easily be pruned to maintain a desired size. The mature height and fruit production of your citrus tree will depend on several environmental factors such as climate, light, soil type, texture, fertility and moisture, and pruning practices. Your citrus tree can easily be maintained at a smaller size with annual pruning.