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The perfect fruit for easy snacking and a fragrant garden
The Tango Mandarin Tree is a delightful addition to any landscape, offering a wealth of juicy, sweet oranges that will brighten your day. Customers rave about these mandarins for their ease of peeling and seedless nature, making them a perfect snack for both kids and adults. Their deep orange color and tender flesh, combined with a strong, fragrant aroma, create an enticing experience for all who enjoy fresh fruit. Plus, this tree is known for being a heavy producer, ensuring you'll have plenty of fruit to share with family and friends.
Not only does the Tango Mandarin Tree provide an abundance of delicious fruit, but it also adds aesthetic appeal to your yard. With lush green foliage and vibrant oranges, it serves as a beautiful focal point, inviting the charm of nature into your outdoor space. Whether you're an experienced gardener or new to planting, this variety makes it easy to enjoy the simple pleasures of homegrown produce right at your doorstep.
Planting & Care
1. Planting: Plant or repot within 4 weeks of arrival. Remove the stake and ties at planting, as these are only for shipping. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and dig a hole that is twice the width of the root ball but just as deep. Gently place the tree in the center, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly to eliminate air pockets.
2. Watering: Water the Tango Mandarin Tree deeply, allowing the soil to dry 2" down before watering again slightly between waterings. Young trees typically require more frequent watering to establish their roots, while mature trees can adapt to drier conditions.
3. Pruning: Prune the tree annually to maintain its shape and encourage better air circulation. Remove any dead or damaged branches and thin out crowded areas to promote healthy growth. Pruning is best done just after harvest.
4. Fertilizing: Feed the Tango Mandarin Tree with a balanced citrus fertilizer in early spring and again in late summer. Follow package instructions to ensure proper application rates and avoid over-fertilizing, which can harm the plant.
5. Container Growth: Choose a container that is 1-2" wider in diameter than the rootball. Repot every two years into a larger container. Avoid planting in a too large container, as this can affect soil drainage and cause root rot. Clay is preferred but plastic is acceptable; avoid self watering containers. Use a citrus soil with a 1:1 ratio of added perlite.
Water until soil comes out of the drainage holes and allow the top 2" of soil to dry out before watering again.
During the growing season, place the tree in a sunny location outdoors or in front of a window. In very hot climates, provide afternoon shade when temperatures outdoors exceed 90°F. In fall, when temperatures drop to 50°F, move plants indoors in a sunny window that provides 5-6 hours direct sun. In northern climates or indoor locations with poor lighting, a full spectrum grow light, on for 14-16 hours and off for at least 8 hours, is essential to keeping plants healthy through the winter. Stop fertilizing in winter. Move plants back outdoors in spring when temperatures are consistently above 50°F at night.
Shipping Details
Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
|---|---|
| Less than $49 | $19.95 |
| $49 + | FREE SHIPPING! |
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 10-15 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 8-12 ft. |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate Growing |
| Botanical Name: | citrus reticulata "Tango" |
| Does Not Ship To: | AK, AL, AZ, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, OR, TX |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 2-8 patio / 9-11 outdoors |
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