Murcott Mandarin Tree

The Murcott Mandarin, also known as the “Honey Tangerine,” is prized for its rich sweetness, juicy flesh, and heavy production — making it one of the most popular late-season mandarins you can grow. Growing Zones In-Ground: USDA Zones 9–11 (cold-sensitive; protect from hard freezes). In Containers/Patios: USDA Zones 4–11 (bring indoors or into a protected space during winter). Tree Size In-Ground: Mature size about 10–12 ft tall and wide. In Containers: Easily maintained at 6–8 ft with pruning — ideal for porches and patios. At Shipping: 4×9 inch pot size, 2–3 ft height (will vary!). Light & Care Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for best growth and fruiting. Plant in well-draining soil; use a large container with drainage holes if grown in pots. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; avoid waterlogging. Fertilize with a balanced citrus fertilizer regularly during the growing season. Fruit Details Ripening Time: Late season — fruit typically ripens January to March. Fruit Traits: Medium-sized fruit with smooth, deep orange rind Easy to peel, but rind can be slightly tighter than satsumas Sweet, rich flavor — very high sugar content, often considered one of the sweetest mandarins Juicy flesh; may contain some seeds depending on cross-pollination Self-Fertile: One tree will produce fruit on its own. Grafted: Grown on hardy rootstock for reliability and earlier fruiting. Why Customers Love It Extremely sweet and juicy fruit — often called “Honey” for its flavor. Late-season ripening extends mandarin harvest well into winter and early spring. Heavy producer with abundant crops year after year. Compact tree size makes it versatile for landscapes or container growing. Attractive evergreen foliage, fragrant blooms, and rich orange fruit add beauty as well as flavor. Shipping Info: • We ship healthy, well rooted plants direct from USDA Hardiness Zone 9 • We are unable to ship live plants to Texas, California, Florida, and Arizona due to agricultural restrictions • We do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or the U.S. Territories • Shipments go out on Tuesdays ONLY. Orders placed on Sunday & Monday will be sent with the next week's Tuesday Shipment. • We do not ship live plants during extreme weather conditions • Leaves may experience slight wilt or yellowing in transit but will bounce back quickly with proper care. • Please consult our shipping & return policies for more detail