Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Fruit Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Evergreen Citrus Shrub (Kumquat)
- Germination Time 2–4 weeks
- Sowing Depth 1–2 cm
- Plant Spacing 1.5–3 m; one plant per large pot
- Sunlight Full sunlight (6–8 hours daily)
- Soil Type Well-drained, slightly acidic loam
- Watering Regular watering (let the top soil dry slightly between waterings)
- Ideal Temperature 15–30°C (cold hardy in USDA zones 8–11)
- Blooming Time Flowers and fruits about 3–5 years from seed
- Suitable For Containers, patios, greenhouses and warm gardens
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container; sow soon for best germination
- Special Care Feed with citrus fertiliser while growing; compact and well suited to pots.