A late-season mandarin with deep orange, richly sweet, easy-peel fruit that is seedless when grown away from other citrus. Productive and high quality, it extends the mandarin season into late winter and spring.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 3.5 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Afourer Mandarin
Botanically, Citrus reticulata 'Afourer' is a moderate-growing fruiting tree in the Rutaceae family. It reaches around 3.5 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Afourer Mandarin
Afourer Mandarin suits subtropical, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Afourer Mandarin does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Afourer Mandarin does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Afourer Mandarin after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Afourer Mandarin in the garden
Afourer Mandarin earns its place for edible harvests, pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Afourer Mandarin with species that also favour regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Buying Afourer Mandarin
Plant Sale lists Afourer Mandarin as potted plants and advanced specimens. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
