Citrus x clementina (Clementine)

Common name: Clementine

Description: The Clementine is a charming compact citrus tree producing highly fragrant white blossom followed by sweet, easy-to-peel orange fruits. Self-fertile and relatively easy to grow in a pot, it makes an excellent conservatory or patio plant for UK gardens. The glossy evergreen foliage is attractive year-round, and the combination of blossom, ripening fruits, and rich green leaves makes it a beautifully ornamental as well as productive plant. Move outdoors to a warm, sheltered spot in summer for best results.

Other benefits: sweet edible fruit, fragrant blossom, self-fertile, suitable for containers

Wildlife attraction: bees are attracted to the fragrant flowers

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 1.2m x 1m (in a container)

Position: full sun; warm and sheltered; overwinter under glass

Soil pH: neutral to slightly acid

Moisture: regular watering with good drainage; reduce in winter

Winter hardiness: not frost hardy; minimum temperature 5°C