Citrus: Clementine ‘Murcott’
Mid to late-season, smooth, deep orange peel is fairly tight but also very easy to peel, delicious rich flavour, juicy flesh, strong tangerine aroma, good balance of sweetness and acidity, few seeds.
Well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter, a layer of organic mulch will help retain soil moisture and regulate soil temperature. Recommended tree spacing for Kent in Zambia is 5m apart in rows and 6m between rows (320 plants per hectare).
166 in stock
ZK150.00
166 in stock
Clementine 'Murcott' is a highly productive citrus tree prized for its sweet, juicy, deep orange fruit. The easy-to-peel fruit is virtually seedless under most growing conditions and has an excellent rich flavour, making it ideal for fresh eating and juicing. This attractive evergreen tree produces fragrant white blossoms and is well suited to home gardens, orchards, and containers in warm climates.
Growing Instructions: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly while establishing and during dry periods. Feed with a balanced citrus fertiliser during the growing season. Harvest fruit when fully coloured and sweet.
