calamondin 'Tiger'

How to Grow and Care for calamondin 'Tiger'

calamondin 'Tiger' · Citrus × microcarpa 'Tiger'

Container-grow in fertile loam in a cool room for winter, but can go outside in summer. It will need extra feed through the growing season. For more advice see citrus cultivation

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunFruit harmful to skin with sunlight/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing calamondin 'Tiger'

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeLoam
Soil pHNeutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityFruit harmful to skin with sunlight/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Container-grow in fertile loam in a cool room for winter, but can go outside in summer. It will need extra feed through the growing season. For more advice see citrus cultivation

How to Water calamondin 'Tiger'?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for calamondin 'Tiger'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for calamondin 'Tiger'?

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What Soil Is Best for calamondin 'Tiger'?

Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for calamondin 'Tiger'?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize calamondin 'Tiger'?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune calamondin 'Tiger'?

Prunng group 1

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How to Propagate calamondin 'Tiger'?

Propagate by grafting

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How to Transplant calamondin 'Tiger'?

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How to Care for calamondin 'Tiger' in Winter?

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How to Plant calamondin 'Tiger'?

Container-grow in fertile loam in a cool room for winter, but can go outside in summer. It will need extra feed through the growing season. For more advice see citrus cultivation

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How to Repot calamondin 'Tiger'?

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How to Harvest calamondin 'Tiger'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to citrus red spider mite and glasshouse red spider mite, soft scale and fluted scale, aphids, caterpillars and mealybugs under glass

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The Toxicity of calamondin 'Tiger'

Fruit harmful to skin with sunlight/skin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of calamondin 'Tiger'

Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse · Fruit Edible · Shrubs
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Citrus × microcarpa 'Tiger'
Genus
Citrus
Family
Rutaceae
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FAQs About calamondin 'Tiger'

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