Partial Sun
Medium
Light and good drainage are critical – DO NOT overwater, as root rot is always a hazard with citrus. Citrus tend to like somewhat acidic soils. Young plants will be sensitive to frost; mature plants will be able to handle upper 20s (F) fine for brief periods. A good compromise is to put the plant outside in the summer and bring it in as the weather cools. Always take at least a week, allowing the plant to get used to the new environment by moving it for only a few hours each day to begin with. A swift transfer always results in massive leaf drop.
Dried seed has a much lower germination rate. Citrus seed should be planted in sterile soil. Bottom heat, or very carefully clipping the extreme end of the tip (careful to not damage the embryo) can expedite germination. With citrus, there is always the risk that the plant may not grow true to seed, and many varieties of citrus go through an extended adolescence, and may not bear fruit for years.
May be thorny, so handle with care.
It is possible to buy specially designed citrus compost, as citrus plants prefer slightly more acidic conditions than ordinary compost. Ericaceous compost is an alternative with added perlite for air and good drainage
Clip fruit from branches, so as not to damage the branch.
The oranges are bitter, and often left on the tree to be admired, as their culinary use is not widespread.
These estimates for how long Calamondin takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.
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Kalamansi lime, Calamansi lime, alamonding, calamandarin, golden lime, Panama orange, Chinese orange, acid orange,
Citrus x Citrofortunella mitis, Citrus mitis, X Citrofortunella microcarpa, Citrus madurensis
Misspellings: Kalamondin, Kalamansi, Calamondin, Calamansi