Sunlight
Best production in full sun, but tolerates semi-shade. Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sun daily.
Pink Variegated
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Calamondin Tree - Pink Variegated
Citrus × microcarpa 'Pink Variegated'
R350.00
Ornamental Variegated Foliage!
- Cream-edged leaves and pink new growth, plus edible sharp Calamondin fruit.
A striking variegated Calamondin with pink-tinged new growth and cream-edged leaves — still bearing the classic small, sharp orange fruit.
Self-fertile. Outstanding as a decorative patio citrus.
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Pink Variegated Calamondin Tree for Sale
The pink variegated Calamondin is the showpiece form of this already decorative citrus. New flush emerges with soft pink tones, and mature leaves carry cream and green variegation — so the tree earns its place in the garden even when not in fruit.
Fruit is the same small, bright orange, sharply aromatic Calamondin you use for marmalade, cordials and cooking. Self-fertile and compact enough for large pots on a sunny patio.
Give it the same citrus treatment as standard Calamondin: sharp drainage, regular feeding, full sun, and frost protection while young.
Appearance
Variegated evergreen leaves with cream margins and pink-tinged flush, plus small bright orange acidic fruit typical of Calamondin.
Harvest Time
Fruit can be present for much of the year once established; peak crops through autumn and winter.
Year to Bear
Grafted trees can produce fruit in the first year of planting!
Growth Rate
Compact ornamental grower, typically kept 1.5–2.5m with light pruning. Ideal for containers.
Container Friendly?
Citrus grow exceptionally well in containers. Choose a large pot with excellent drainage, use a bark-based potting mix and position in the warmest, sunniest spot available.
Watering
Keep plants consistently moist but avoid overwatering. Water deeply once a week, allowing the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Container-grown trees may need more frequent watering.
Temperature
Protect young trees from frost. Prefers a warm, sheltered, sunny position.
Chilling
No chilling requirement.
Pollination Info
Self-fertile. A single tree will produce fruit without needing a pollinating partner.
Planting & Care Guide
Plant in very well-drained, light, aerated soil — clay soils and waterlogging are fatal to citrus. If planting in a pot, use a good quality bark-based potting mix with added river sand and ensure excellent drainage.
Citrus are heavy feeders. Apply a 6:1:5 fertiliser at monthly intervals throughout the growing season. Supplement regularly with magnesium sulphate (Epsom salts) and iron chelates to prevent yellowing.
Keep plants consistently moist but be careful not to overwater. Monitor for aphids, scale, mealybug and citrus psylla — treat with any product containing imidacloprid.
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