Corsica Mandarin. This new improved Clementine variety ripens around June-July. It has good sized, sweet juicy fruit with very few seeds and a tangy flavour. Peels easily and cleanly. Generally crops well. Plant in a sunny, well drained spot in fertile soil.
SOIL
Prefers deep, well drained soil.
PLANTING SITE
Sunny, sheltered and frost-free sites.
CLIMATE
Most citrus trees are subtropical or tropical and will not tolerate temperatures below -2˚C. Varieties grown by Waimea Nurseries are generally hardier varieties. Growing citrus in containers and under cover can allow less hardy varieties to grow in more temperate areas.
WATERING
Water well during the early stages, during long dry periods and when the fruit is developing.
Aoshima Mandarin. A vigorous and reliable form of Mandarin with large smooth skinned fruit from May-July. Easy to peel with good quality fruit that only improves as the tree matures. Small growing so can be grown in a container if you wish. Plant in a sunny well drained position
GENERAL CARE
Citrus are ‘gross feeders’, so require regular fertilising with specialist citrus fertilizer. Prune to shape and to allow sunlight and wind movement. Watch for rootstock growth, which needs to be removed carefully due to spikes.
PESTS & DISEASES
Citrus generally suffer from few disease problems. Verrucosis is the main disease to watch for. Aphids, scale, mites and mealy bug may need eradicating, especially in warmer areas.
PLANTING IDEAS
Citrus are great in the garden as specimen trees, in containers and even as indoor plants.
FRUIT
Most citrus produce abundant fruit, which matures over several months. Fruit can be left on the tree, but watch for over ripening.
POLLINATION
Citrus are generally self fertile.