{"product_id":"dwarf-imperial-mandarin-tree-citrus-reticulata-imperial-dwarf","title":"Dwarf Imperial Mandarin Tree - Citrus reticulata 'Imperial' Dwarf","description":"\u003cp\u003eDwarf Imperial Mandarin (\u003cem\u003eCitrus reticulata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Imperial' Dwarf) is an early season mandarin on dwarfing rootstock, holding the tree to about 2m while the fruit stays full size. Easy peel, sweet and ready from autumn, it is one of the first mandarins of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly harvest.\u003c\/strong\u003e Imperial ripens in autumn, before most other mandarins, so the first fruit comes early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact at about 2m.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarfing rootstock keeps it small for easy pruning, netting and picking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy peel fruit.\u003c\/strong\u003e The loose skin lifts off cleanly, so it suits snacking and lunchboxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-fertile.\u003c\/strong\u003e One tree is enough for fruit, no partner required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourtyards and balconies.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot 40cm to 50cm wide or bigger holds it well and the tree can step up to a larger pot later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 2m apart in full sun, which leaves room for other fruit trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixed citrus planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with a later mandarin such as Afourer to extend the picking season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Dwarf Imperial Mandarin in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun and shelter from strong wind. It suits subtropical, warm temperate and mild cool temperate gardens, and potted trees can be moved to shelter in a frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil or a quality citrus potting mix. Wet feet cause most citrus failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply and regularly, because pots dry out fast in summer. Feed with a citrus fertiliser through spring, summer and autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune lightly after harvest to open the canopy. Watch for citrus leaf miner and net against fruit fly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Dwarf Imperial Mandarin in 200mm pots in packs of 6, 300mm pots and 400mm pots. Dwarf trees fruit while still small. Repot into a larger container every few years as the roots fill the pot, and keep the graft union above the soil line. Feed through the growing season and water deeply, because potted citrus use water quickly in warm weather. A layer of mulch over the potting mix helps keep the roots cool and the moisture even. Our growers do not hold every size all year, so a size can show as on backorder at times. An order for a backorder size is confirmed with you before anything ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/citrus-fruit\"\u003eExplore the full citrus range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/citrus-trees\"\u003eMore citrus trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants that suit pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/growing-citrus-trees-in-your-aussie-backyard\"\u003eHow to grow citrus trees in your backyard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 2m high on its dwarfing rootstock, with full size fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen is Imperial ripe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an early mandarin, usually ripening in autumn. Taste before picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a second tree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Citrus are self-fertile, so one dwarf tree is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":68095149834559,"sku":"CIT-RET-IMPDWA-200MM-P6","price":474.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":68095149867327,"sku":"CIT-RET-IMPDWA-300MM","price":247.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":68095149900095,"sku":"CIT-RET-IMPDWA-400MM","price":511.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/dwarf-imperial-mandarin-tree-citrus-reticulata-imperial-dwarf.jpg?v=1794663809","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/dwarf-imperial-mandarin-tree-citrus-reticulata-imperial-dwarf","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}