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Variegated Bread Citron (Citrus medica)

DESCRIPTION
Variegated Bread Citron (Citrus medica) as the name suggest is a particular high quality Citron variety of our collection.

ORIGIN

It probably originates from southern Italy.

PLANT

-Tree features: Plant is medium in vigour, with long branches which tends to lignify quickly (typical of the Citron).
-Leaves: Leaves are variegated in colour, usually more round shaped than lanceolate. Sometimes thorns can be found too.

FRUIT

-Shape: Fruit is usually oval to pear-shaped, medium to big in size.
-Flavour: It’s one of the most high quality Citron we have in our collection.
Albedo (White skin) can be eaten like an apple, it’s very sweet and fleshy (from there the name “Variegated Bread Citron”).
-Colour: It’s  variegated when not ripened, then it becomes light yellow outside.
Pulp is usually bright yellow.

SEASON OF RIPENESS

Season of ripeness: It starts to ripen from November to February about, anyway fruits can hold well on the tree for several months.
It usually starts to bloom during Spring time.

HOW TO USE IT

-In the Kitchen: We think this is one of the Citron best selection to eat.
It’s the perfect choice to make amazing Citron salads. It can also be candied, or zested to make liquors and different kind of recipes.

-Ornamental: It’s a beautiful plant for its variegated colour.

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

 20,00 150,00
Important Information Before Purchasing
  • 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!

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