Page Mandarin

Page isn't a mandarin or an orange. The Page Mandarin is actually a hybrid tangelo. A cross between a Minneola tangelo and Clementine mandarin make the Page as much a Tangelo as it is a Mandarin. Sweet, with a uniquely rich mandarin flavor

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Item #Page Mandarin.

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USDA ZONES: 9-10 Outdoors, 4-10 Patio

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Is This Plant Self Pollinating?

Page Mandarin is self-fertile, but the fruit crop will be larger if the tree is planted with a second tree.

Description

Citrus reticulata 'Page'

In 1963, the Page Mandarin was introduced as a sweet orange by P.C. Reece and F.E. Gardener of the US Horticultural Field Station in Orlando, Florida. They recognized the Page Mandarin for its early ripening, high quality flavor, and the fact that it resembled a small, sweet orange. But in fact, Page isn't a mandarin or an orange. The Page Mandarin is actually a hybrid tangelo. A cross between a Minneola tangelo and Clementine mandarin make the Page as much a Tangelo as as it is a mandarin. Known for its long hang time, reported to stay on the tree for up to 4 months, it is very easy to understand why many consider the Page to be the finest of all mandarins. Its early ripening, long hang time, and small to medium size make it easy to enjoy. But it's the extra fine flavor coming from its complex cross that makes the Page one of the most flavorful fruits available, no matter what you call it. You'll love the complexity of flavor.

Characteristics

Fruit Color:

Bright Orange

Ripens:

March - April

Sun/Shade:

Full Sun

Water Needs:

regular water

Soil Type:

well-draining

Soil pH Level:

pH of 6

Tree Size:

Page mandarin is a more vigorous grower that will grow to be 20 feet plus if left un pruned. The tree can be held to under 10 feet with summer pruning for size control. Mandarins make great hedge rows and can be planted as close a 5 to 8 feet on center and maintained to under 10 feet.

Years to Bear:

Pollination:

Requires Pollenizer

Bloom Color:

Cold Hardy:

to 30° F

Primary USDA Zone Range:

9 - 10

Secondary USDA Zone Range:

4 - 10

Chill Hours:

None

Size & Spacing

8 to 10 Feet on Center, can be held to any size with summer pruning

Planting & Care

All Mandarins require good draining soil and full sun. If unsure of your drainage plant in a mound that is 24 inches tall and 4 feet wide or a raised bed that is 12 to 18 inches tall and 3 feet square. Mulch to 3 to 4 inches deep and 3 feet from the outside of the canopy. This is particularly important when mounding to keep the mound for settling before the trees root have established. Chose a location that receives as least 8 hours of direct sunlight. This is always best if it is a morning sun location as this is the drying sun and helps in both controlling moisture related diseases and faster warming after a cold winter night.

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