Florence Citron (Citrus medica)
DESCRIPTION
Florence Citron (Citrus medica) is one of the most ancient and traditional variety.
ORIGIN
We still don’t know its exact origin.
We do know it’s been highly grown by the Medici Family in Florence.
For this reason this is one of the most traditional tuscanian Citron we have in our collection.
PLANT
-Tree features: Plant is medium in vigour, with long and sometimes thorny branches.
-Leaves: Leaves are lanceolate in shape, medium-big in size, and dark green in colour.
FRUIT
-Shape: Fruit is a particular medium-small oblate Citron, with a pointed apex.
-Flavour: Skin is so aromatic in flavour, sweet and crunchy in texture. Pulp is a little bit acid but refreshing in taste.
-Colour: Light yellow to bright yellow outside, light yellow inside.
SEASON OF RIPENESS
Season of ripeness: It starts to ripen from Winter to Spring time.
It usually starts to bloom during Spring time, but flowers can be produced in different times of the year.
HOW TO USE IT
-In the Kitchen: Florence Citron can be highly used in the kitchen.
Skin can be candied, and it’s amazing, but also zested to make cakes, desserts, ice creams, or simply giving your recipes a special aroma.
-Ornamental: For its particular shape this is a great ornamental variety.
COLD RESISTENCE
According to our tests, in the Greenhouse, or in a covered area, it can resist to a temperature of -5°C.
This variety needs to be maintained like a normal Lemon.
If you’d like to find out about how to maintain citrus, you can follow us on YouTube
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Shipping times
Orders are processed and handled directly by us.
During the high season (February–June), due to high demand, shipping might require between 7 and 15 business days from the order confirmation; in some cases, a few additional business days might be needed.
However, we would always strive to ship your order as quickly as possible.
If you have special requirements or need specific shipping times, we invite you to contact us: together we would find the best solution to meet your needs. -
Possible variations in shape and size
Plants may differ from the descriptions shown on the product pages. -
Care and cultivation practices
We personally carry out sowing, grafting, cutting, pruning, and repotting every year.
Each plant is a living being that grows in its own way and time, influenced by many factors. -
Seasonal variations
The characteristics shown on the website may vary depending on the season and the plant’s growth stage.
Thank you for your understanding and trust!