{"product_id":"5-seeds-indio-mandarinquat-citrus-tree-cold-hardy-novelty-rare","title":"5 Seeds Indio Mandarinquat Citrus Tree Cold Hardy Novelty Rare","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndio Mandarinquat is a distinctive citrus tree prized for its small, oval, bright-orange fruit and ornamental value. This unusual variety brings together the look of a kumquat with the flavor of a mandarin, making it an appealing choice for home gardeners and collectors of rare citrus. The tree performs well in containers and can be grown indoors in cooler climates, offering glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant blooms. Its compact habit and attractive fruit make it a standout in patios, sunrooms, and small gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is typically eaten whole, including the thin, sweet-tasting peel, while the juicy interior has a tart, mandarin-like flavor. Indio Mandarinquat is primarily grown as an ornamental and culinary citrus, useful for fresh eating, preserves, and zest. It thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and benefits from consistent moisture, especially in containers. This listing is for seeds only; trees grown from seed may vary slightly from the parent plant and typically take several years to produce fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Citrus spp.\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Indio Mandarinquat\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Tropical\/Subtropical Fruit Tree\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Compact evergreen tree\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, slightly acidic potting mix or loam\u003cbr\u003e\nDays_to_Harvest: Not applicable\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 8-11, or grown indoors in containers\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: 2-6 weeks at 70-80°F\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Surface sow, press lightly into soil, keep moist and warm\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 8-12 feet in ground; suitable for containers\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Seeds may not grow true to the parent variety; fruit production typically begins in 3-5 years\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663350988936,"sku":"EXGA-1186","price":28.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_20bc3805-700b-42bf-8bdf-6efca7e4face.png?v=1791896745","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-indio-mandarinquat-citrus-tree-cold-hardy-novelty-rare","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}