Meiwa Sweet Kumquat Tree - Citrus japonica

Meiwa Sweet Kumquat Tree (Citrus japonica)

Experience the unique pleasure of harvesting your own sweet citrus fruit with the Meiwa Sweet Kumquat, a compact evergreen tree that produces delightfully sweet, edible fruit year-round. This Japanese hybrid variety stands out from other kumquats with its larger golden-orange fruits, tender skin, and remarkably low seed count, making it perfect for snacking right off the branch. When you buy a Meiwa Sweet Kumquat online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're choosing a fast-fruiting specimen that will reward you with fragrant spring blossoms and abundant harvests beginning just months after planting.

Landscaping Uses

Plant your Meiwa Sweet Kumquat in a sunny garden bed, patio container, or near a south-facing wall where it can receive maximum light exposure. This versatile tree works beautifully as an ornamental focal point in edible landscapes, container gardens, or tropical-style settings. It thrives equally well indoors near a bright window or outdoors in warm climates, making it ideal for both ground planting and container cultivation on patios, decks, or entryways.

Specifications

Height: 8–12 feet at maturity
Width: 6–10 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sun: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
Water: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic citrus soil
USDA Zones: 8b–11

Why Homeowners Love It

• Produces abundant sweet, seedless fruit from December through April
• Self-pollinating—enjoy a full harvest with just one tree
• Matures faster than seed-grown varieties, fruiting within the first year
• Beautiful glossy foliage and fragrant white spring flowers add ornamental value

Planting & Care

Select a location with full sun exposure, whether in garden soil or a large container with drainage holes. Dig a planting hole twice the width and depth of the root ball, position the tree, and backfill with quality citrus soil, keeping the tree level and firm. Water deeply after planting to establish roots, then maintain consistent moisture during the growing season while allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent root rot. Fertilize three to four times yearly using a citrus-specific formula in late winter, late spring, and early fall. Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or crossing branches, improving light penetration and air circulation throughout the canopy.