Limequat - Citrus x floridana
Citrus x floridana - Limequat Citrus Tree
Citrus floridana
Limequat Citrus Tree
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The Limequat, in Latin Citrus floridana, is the result of cross-breeding between the Lime (Citrus aurantifolia) and the Kumquat (Citrus japonica). It is a very vigorous citrus tree, from the Rutaceae family, with a bushy, compact and dense habit. It produces very unique oval-round fruits with smooth green-yellow skin and juicy, acidic and bitter flesh, similar to that of a lime but more flavourful. Very productive even when young, it is also appreciated for its numerous deliciously fragrant white flowers and its undeniable ornamental interest.
The Limequat is a hybrid selected by the American Walter Tennyson Swingle in 1909. This small tree reaches a height of 3 m (9 ft 10 in) and spreads over about 2 m. Its branches are short. Hardy down to -6°C, it can be planted in the ground only in warm climates. Elsewhere, it will be grown in a pot and stored indoors at the first sign of cold weather. Cultivated mainly for its fruits, the limequat blooms abundantly in March-April, and then again, more sporadically, until autumn. It produces small white flowers, slightly tinged with yellow at the centre and with a delicate and delicious neroli perfume, characteristic of Citrus. They give way to oval to rounded fruits, resembling yellow limes, measuring 5 to 8 cm (2 to 3.1 in) in diameter. Their very thin, smooth skin is initially dark green and then turns green-yellow. The fruit pulp, white-greenish and translucent, is both very juicy and very acidic and contains a few seeds. The fruits are harvested when the skin turns yellow, but they can also be harvested while still green if a higher acidity and essential oil content is desired. The evergreen and aromatic leaves of this citrus are ovate, leathery, small and intense green.
The Limequat is used in a similar way to lime. In cooking, it can be used in savoury or sweet dishes. Its juice is used in refreshing drinks or cocktails, adding a touch of acidity and a unique aroma. The zest is sometimes used to flavour pastries. The Limequat is also very rich in ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), as well as vitamins A and B. Easy to store, this citrus was once carried on sailing ships, providing a good source of vitamins to combat scurvy.
Like all Citrus, the Limequat contains essential oil pockets in its leaves, flowers, and fruits, often visible to the naked eye. These can be extracted by distillation (flowers and leaves) or by pressing (zest) to obtain essential oil with balancing properties that are slightly sedative and help to recentre vital energies. The essential oil is stimulating and known to facilitate blood circulation. The fragrance of the essential oil is described as fresh, lemony and acidic, with slightly sweet and bitter notes.
Moderately hardy, Citrus floridana starts to suffer from cold temperatures as low as 0°C (32 °F). It is a self-fertile bush, which means that a single plant is sufficient for complete pollination and fruit set.
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Planting and care
Planting in open ground: The Limequat requires neutral, slightly acidic and non-chalky soils. It is reasonable to plant it in open ground only if you reside in a very favourable area spared from frost, as the hardiness of this citrus tree does not exceed -3°C (26.6 °F) and it needs a lot of warmth to flower and bear fruit. The best period to plant is in early spring, March and April. Be careful not to bury the collar. Citrus trees are naturally greedy and require water to bear fruit well: consider adding well-rotted compost or "special citrus" fertilizer. Choose a sunny but not scorching spot for your bush, sheltered from the wind to prevent it from drying out the foliage and dropping the young fruits. Place it in a location protected from sea spray.
Planting in a pot: In all other regions, the Limequat will be planted in a pot that you can keep in a slightly heated greenhouse or conservatory, frost-free permanently, in an atmosphere that is not too dry. It will appreciate being outside in summer. Planting in a pot or repotting should take place at the end of summer. Choose a pot slightly larger than the root system, as citrus trees do not appreciate feeling cramped. Moisten the root ball well. To improve the drainage capacity of the mixture, line the bottom of the pot with clay pebbles. Loosen the root ball and mix two-thirds garden soil with one-third special "citrus" potting soil. Water thoroughly. Preferably choose pots made of clay or breathable material.
Citrus trees need a lot of water to thrive. Your Citrus tree should be watered every day with water that is not chalky, and the soil should remain moist at all times. Similarly, make sure to regularly provide it with the fertilizer it needs: every 6 months for slow-release granular fertilizer or every 3rd watering for liquid fertilizer.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.