Click here for Citrus Care Guide Citrus reticulata (Mandarin) Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship Citrus to CA, LA, TX, AZ, HI, or FL. Citrus reticulata is one of the hardier citrus varieties that can be grown outdoors in USDA hardiness zone 8b. It is suitable for trial planting in regions such as coastal Carolina and southern Georgia. This mandarin type is grown from seedlings, and its fruits are pleasantly sweet for a hardy citrus. The plant typically reaches a height of 8 feet and should be spaced 8 to 10 feet apart. It also makes an excellent potted plant for indoor spaces. Plant Characteristics: Pest Resistance: Good Disease Resistance: Very Good Drought Tolerance: Good Heat Tolerance: Very Good Humidity Tolerance: Very Good Sun Tolerance: Excellent Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor Shade Tolerance: Poor No Spray: Good Salt Tolerance: Fair Fresh for Kids: Very Good Deer Resistance: Very Good Thorns: Yes Plant Type: Tree Soil Type: Adaptable Edible Type: Fruit Self Fertile: Yes This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.
