Name: Kumquat seeds 1kg
Brand: Shanghai Touchhealthy seeds shop
SKU: THT23
Price: 80.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Description

Our premium kumquat seeds are collected from fully ripe fresh kumquat fruits with plump kernels and stable germination ability. Kumquat is a small evergreen citrus tree with the strongest cold resistance among citrus varieties. It blooms fragrant white flowers in spring and summer, and bears small oval orange fruits that can be eaten directly with thin peel, featuring unique sweet and sour taste.

Kumquat can tolerate slight frost and overwinter outdoors in warm temperate areas. In severely cold regions, it needs to be planted in large deep flower pots and moved indoors for winter warmth. Seed-grown seedlings can bear fruits in the 2nd to 3rd year. Widely used for balcony festive potted fruit viewing, courtyard evergreen landscape matching, garden edge greening and small family orchard cultivation. It prefers loose, fertile, slightly acidic well-drained sandy loam soil. Waterlogged low-lying land and heavy clay soil must be avoided to prevent root rot. Daily management focuses on full sunlight supply, regular watering in growing seasons, annual pruning for compact tree shape and winter anti-freezing protection, which is an excellent dual-purpose tree for ornamental viewing and fresh fruit eating.

Planting Instructions

Soil Preparation
Mix garden soil, peat soil and coarse river sand with a small amount of decomposed organic fertilizer to make slightly acidic breathable substrate. Do not use sticky soil with poor drainage.
Seed Pre-treatment
Clean all pulp residue from seed surface, soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours to break mild dormancy. No long-term cold stratification is required.
Sowing Method
Bury seeds 1cm deep in moist soil, cover fine topsoil and gently compact. Leave proper spacing for seedling separation and later transplantation.
Germination Condition
Keep soil slightly moist without standing water, constant temperature 22–29°C. Seeds germinate within 12–22 days. Cover plastic film to retain humidity for higher germination rate.
Daily Maintenance
Place in full sunlight all year round; reduce watering greatly during winter dormancy. Move potted kumquat indoors when temperature drops below 0°C to avoid frost damage. Trim overgrown and dense branches every year to boost ventilation and promote fruiting branches.

Specification

Plant Name: Kumquat
Botanical Name: Fortunella margarita
Plant Type: Cold Hardy Evergreen Perennial Citrus Fruit Tree
Mature Height: 1.5–3 Meters
Fruiting Period: Autumn to Winter, seedlings bear fruit in 2–3 years
Germination Temperature: 22–29°C
Growing Temperature: -5°C ~ 36°C
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Soil: Loose well-drained slightly acidic sandy loam soil
Planting Difficulty: Easy
Core Features: Strong cold resistance for citrus, ornamental flowers and fruits, suitable for balcony potted decoration and courtyard greening

FAQ

Q1: Can kumquat survive outdoor winter in cold northern areas?

A1: It can only withstand light frost. Cold northern areas must use large pot planting and keep indoors over winter.

Q2: How many years for seed-grown kumquat to bear fruits?

A2: Healthy seedlings can set fruits normally in the second or third year after sowing.

Q3: Does kumquat need plenty of sunlight?

A3: Full direct sunlight is necessary. Insufficient light causes sparse blooms and low fruit yield.

Q4: What is the main planting taboo?

A4: Excessive watering leads to root rot; alkaline soil will cause yellow leaves and poor growth.

Q5: Suitable for novice gardeners?

A5: Very friendly for beginners, only need enough sunlight, acidic loose soil and reasonable water control.

Kumquat seeds 1kg

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