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Citrofortunella floridana Limequat

Botanical Name
Citrofortunella floridana Limequat
Common Names
Limequat,
Attractive citrus tree commonly known as the Limequat, mainly ornamental and practical plants for the garden and are commonly used as both a feature and for their produce. Masses of white fragrant flowers followed by small oval greenish-yellow tart-flavoured fruits in abundance, peaking in the warmer months. Fruit is great to be used for preserves and liqueurs. Limequat is a cross between the key lime and the kumquat. Suitable for most gardens or plant in a large tub. Height: 3-4m Width: 2-3m.
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Citrofortunella floridana Limequat Limequat,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Citrus & Fruit, Hedging / Screening, Trees Dense, Rounded, Upright

Description:
Attractive citrus tree commonly known as the Limequat, mainly ornamental and practical plants for the garden and are commonly used as both a feature and for their produce. Masses of white fragrant flowers followed by small oval greenish-yellow tart-flavoured fruits in abundance, peaking in the warmer months. Fruit is great to be used for preserves and liqueurs. Limequat is a cross between the key lime and the kumquat. Suitable for most gardens or plant in a large tub. Height: 3-4m Width: 2-3m.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
2-4m 2-4m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained