An early-season Australian mandarin with loose, easy-peeling skin and sweet, lightly seeded segments. A reliable, well-loved backyard tree that crops from autumn into early winter.
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 Imperial Mandarin
Citrus reticulata 'Imperial' 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 Imperial Mandarin
Imperial Mandarin suits subtropical and warm-temperate 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
Imperial Mandarin does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Imperial 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 Imperial Mandarin after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Imperial Mandarin in the garden
Imperial 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
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate as Imperial Mandarin. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Buying Imperial Mandarin
Plant Sale lists Imperial Mandarin as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
