{"product_id":"pixie-mandarin-tree","title":"Pixie Mandarin Tree - Citrus reticulata","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePixie Mandarin Tree (Citrus reticulata)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pixie Mandarin is a compact citrus tree that produces delicious, seedless fruit with a naturally sweet and mild flavor—perfect for families who want homegrown citrus without the tartness of traditional varieties. This hybrid combines the best traits of its King and Dancy parentage, delivering fruit that's incredibly simple to peel and packed with nutritional benefits. Buy a Pixie Mandarin online and enjoy fresh, juicy mandarins from your own yard, no matter where you live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your Pixie Mandarin in a sunny garden bed, along a patio, or in a decorative container on a deck or porch. Its compact, dwarf growth habit makes it ideal for small spaces and urban gardens. This tree works beautifully as a specimen plant or paired with other citrus varieties to create a productive fruit garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 8–12 feet (variable with climate)\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 6–8 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eSun: 6+ hours direct sunlight daily\u003cbr\u003eWater: Regular, moderate moisture\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining, fertile loam\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 9–10 (container growing possible in cooler zones)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Seedless fruit that's effortless to peel—even kids can enjoy it without mess\u003cbr\u003e• Rich Vitamin C content supports immune health and promotes youthful, radiant skin\u003cbr\u003e• Exceptionally mild, naturally sweet flavor with no puckering aftertaste\u003cbr\u003e• Dwarf size and year-round appeal with fragrant flowers and vibrant winter fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect a planting location receiving at least six hours of direct sun daily. Prepare well-draining soil amended with generous amounts of compost, or construct a raised bed if your site has drainage concerns. Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil, ensuring excess moisture drains completely. For container growing, use a pot with drainage holes and start with one that's two inches larger than the root ball, upsizing as needed. Water regularly and maintain consistent sunlight exposure, whether outdoors in warm zones or indoors near a bright window. Expect fragrant blooms from March through June, with mature fruit ready for harvest in late winter or early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1-2 ft.","offer_id":45814281109690,"sku":"12493","price":494.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/pixie-mandarin-tree.jpg?v=1777509868","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/pixie-mandarin-tree","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}