Kumquat Nagami - Fortunella margarita
Kumquat Nagami - Fortunella margarita
Kumquat Nagami - Fortunella margarita
Kumquat Nagami - Fortunella margarita
Fortunella margarita Nagami
Kumquat, Marumi Kumquat
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The Kumquat 'Nagami', Fortunella margarita in Latin, is one of the most easily grown citrus trees in our climate due to its good cold resistance. It is cultivated and appreciated for its ornamental qualities and for its edible and aromatic fruits that are consumed with the skin. This 'Nagami' variety, vigorous, fruitful and fairly fast-growing, produces numerous elongated fruits that ripen to orange, larger but less sweet than round Kumquats. It produces small, remarkably fragrant citrus flowers in summer that perfume a whole area of the garden or terrace, and in winter its beautiful fruits can be used to make delicious jams and confectioneries in the kitchen.
The Fortunella margarita, also known as 'Nagami', is undoubtedly the most commonly marketed species of Kumquat (of which there are two). Named Fortunella in honor of Robert Fortune, who introduced them to Europe in 1846, Kumquats should be classified under the Citrus genus according to recent studies.
It is a spiny bush of the Rutaceae family, with a rather upright bushy habit, originating from southern China, specifically from the province of Canton. In nature, it reaches a height of 3 or 4 m (13ft). In our climate, it will reach an average height of 2.50m (8ft) with a spread of 1.50m (5ft), and its size will be even smaller if grown in a pot. Its growth rate is moderate. Relatively hardy, it can be planted in the ground in many regions spared from severe frost. Elsewhere, it will be grown in a pot and stored away at the first cold spells. The Kumquat produces small white flowers with a sweet fragrance characteristic of orange blossom, which give way to small elongated fruits, 2 cm (1in) in diameter and 3 to 3.5 cm (1in) long. They are harvested when ripe, usually from January to March, when they have a beautiful bright orange colour. The moderately thick skin is free from the burning principle found in other citrus fruits. It has a sweet flavour and a subtle bitter orange aroma. The juicy pulp, very acidic and not very sweet, contains few seeds. The evergreen leaves are dark green and shiny on the upper side, paler underneath. Like all Citrus, the Fortunella contains essential oil pockets in its leaves, flowers, and fruits, which can be extracted by distillation (flowers and leaves) or by pressing (zest).
The Kumquat is one of the hardiest citrus trees. It is important to note that while the plant can withstand temperatures as low as -10 to -12°C (14 to 10.4°F) without damage, the fruits are destroyed below -4°C (24.8°F), which is unfortunate for the harvest, which takes place in winter. The fruit can be used in savoury or sweet dishes, in jams, candied in sugar, or prepared in syrup. Its subtle flavour pairs well with savoury dishes like tagines or the famous duck à l'orange. Kumquats can also be used to make refined sweet and sour sauces to accompany Asian dishes. The skin of the kumquat is pleasant on the palate, providing an explosion of flavours when the fruit is consumed as is. If you appreciate tangy flavors, you will enjoy the balanced marriage of acidity and sweetness that is unique to this fruit.
Most citrus trees thrive in the ground in Mediterranean coastal regions where they find the necessary year-round warmth. Kumquats are self-fertile bushes, which means that a single plant is sufficient for fruiting. However, if your citrus tree remains indoors permanently, you will need to occasionally let in pollinators or delicately perform hand pollination.
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Planting and care
Planting in the ground: The Kumquat appreciates light, deep, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral, non-calcareous soils that remain moist during the growth period. It is reasonable to plant it in the ground only if you live in a region spared by heavy frosts. Be careful, the fruits are more sensitive than the tree: they freeze at -4°C (24.8°F). The best time to plant is in early spring, in March and April. Be careful not to bury the collar. Citrus trees are naturally greedy: in any case, consider adding well-decomposed compost or special citrus fertiliser. Choose a sunny but not scorching location for your bush, sheltered from the wind to prevent leaf drying, and away from any sea spray.
Planting in a pot: In all other regions, the Kumquat will be planted in a pot that can be kept indoors permanently but will appreciate being outdoors in summer. Planting in a pot or repotting takes place at the end of summer. Choose a pot slightly larger than the root system, as citrus trees do not like to feel cramped. Moisten the root ball well. To improve the drainage capacity of the mixture, line the bottom of the pot with clay balls. Loosen the root ball and mix two-thirds garden soil with one-third special citrus potting soil. Water thoroughly. Prefer terracotta pots or other breathable materials.
Citrus trees need a lot of water to thrive. Your Kumquat, especially when grown indoors, should be watered daily and the soil should remain moist but not waterlogged at all times. Similarly, make sure to regularly provide it with the fertiliser it needs: every 6 months for slow-release granular fertiliser or every 3 waterings for liquid fertiliser.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.