Edibles – Fruit – Kumquat Tree

Kumquat Tree 

Botanical name: citrus japonica 

Beginner friendly?: moderate

Average size at maturity: 7-16 ft in height with up to a 6 ft spread 

Bloom time: spring/summer

Hardy zone: zones 9-11

Flower color: white 

Foliage color: green 

Growth rate: can grow several ft per year 

Pruning instructions: prune in the spring to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings 

Landscape use: edible garden, privacy, provides shade 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: heat tolerant, disease resistant, attracts wildlife, produces edible fruit 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use an organic slow-release fertilizer once a year in the spring

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: loam or sand 

Companion plants: lavender, rosemary, thyme

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no