Kumquat Seeds - Fruit Plant for Home Gardens

Kumquat is a warm-season evergreen citrus shrub to small tree with a compact, dense growth habit and glossy foliage. It is well adapted to subtropical and warm temperate climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Plants grown from seed establish gradually and are suitable for garden planting or container cultivation. Consistent warmth, moderate moisture, and proper drainage support steady long-term development.

Features

• Evergreen shrub to small tree with compact growth
• Suitable for garden planting and container cultivation
• Performs well in full sun environments
• Adapted to subtropical and warm temperate climates
• Steady long-term growth under suitable conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Citrus japonica
• Common Name (US): Kumquat
• Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
• Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub or small tree
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Warm to subtropical season
• Sowing Season: February to June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-28 days at 20-30°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile sandy loam
• Watering Needs: Moderate; allow slight drying between watering
• Mature Plant Size: 2-4 meters height, 2-3 meters spread
• Plant Spacing: 2-3 meters between plants