Variegated Calamondin Orange Tree (Citrus x citrofortunella mitis ‘Variegata’)
The
famous Calamondin
Orange has a new twist!
Variegated cream and
green foliage makes this
a very desirable ornamental
fruiting plant.
But don’t be fooled,
the small, juicy, sour
oranges are also edible,
and are often used for
preserves or cooking.
Fragrant flowers appear
spring to summer and a
heavy set of fruit follows, ripening in time for the holidays. The ripe fruit holds well
on the plant adding to its decorative appeal. The variegation does slow its growth
somewhat, but slower growth is desirable for container culture. This is a grafted
plant that blooms and fruits sooner.
