California Honey Mandarin Tree

Light Needs

Full Sun

(At Least 6 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

8 Feet

Mature Spread

4-6 Feet

Growing Zones

3-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

Small tree, huge flavor. California Honey mandarins pack rich sweetness with a subtle cinnamon-honey note, easy-peel rind, and plenty of juice—perfect for snacking, lunch boxes, and fresh-squeezed morning sunshine. Glossy evergreen leaves and fragrant spring bloom make it as ornamental as it is delicious, whether in the ground or in a patio pot.

California Honey Mandarin Tree Care

Plant in full sun (6–8+ hours) with fast-draining, slightly acidic soil (target pH ~6.0–6.5). In the ground, amend heavy clay with grit and compost; in containers, use a chunky citrus mix with excellent drainage. Water deeply when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry and keep moisture even from bloom through fruit fill—avoid soggy roots.

Feed from early spring to midsummer with a citrus fertilizer that includes micronutrients (iron, magnesium, manganese). Lightly prune after harvest to open the canopy, remove crossing shoots, and snip suckers below the graft. Protect from frost and drying winds (best outdoors in USDA Zones 9–11).

In cooler zones, grow in a large container and overwinter in a bright, cool room (about 50–60°F). Generally self-fruitful; pollinators can increase yield.

California Honey Mandarin Tree Spacing

Expect about 8–12 ft tall by 6–8 ft wide in the landscape; space trees 8–10 ft apart for airflow and light. Keep 4–6 ft from walls or paths.

For container culture, start with an 18–24"+ diameter pot with drainage and a rolling caddy for easy winter moves; place planters 2–3 ft apart so sunlight reaches all sides and harvest is simple.

Why Grow the California Honey Mandarin Tree?

• Intensely sweet, easy-peel mandarins with a hint of spice-honey flavor

• Compact, evergreen habit—ideal for patios, balconies, and small yards

• Fragrant white blossoms and year-round good looks

• Simple seasonal feeding and light pruning; reliable, self-pollinating crops

• Kids’ favorite snack fruit and a juicing standout

Bring home a burst of California sweetness—this compact mandarin tree turns any sunny spot into a steady source of fragrant blooms and candy-sweet fruit.

SKU:

EDI-CIT-HON-LGL