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cold hardy citrus trees for sale

If you've dreamed of picking fresh citrus straight from your backyard but worry about New Zealand's cooler winters, it's time to discover our selection of cold hardy citrus trees for sale. These robust varieties are ideal for regions where frost can bite, giving gardeners from Christchurch to Wellington the chance to enjoy homegrown limes, lemons, mandarins, and more. With expertly selected cultivars tailored to withstand lower temperatures, your citrus grove can flourish even in less-than-tropical climates.

Orange 'Best Seedless' orange fruit with orange flesh.

Orange 'Best Seedless'

The ‘Best Seedless’ Orange is a superb variety prized for its deliciously sweet, seedless fruit and easy-to-peel skin. Perfect for New Zealand gardens, it produces juicy, refreshing oranges that are ideal for fresh eating, juicing, and lunchboxes. With glossy evergreen foliage, fragrant white blossoms, and reliable crops, this tree brings both ornamental appeal and productivity. Orange ‘Best Seedless’ is a must-have for gardeners seeking quality fruit with minimal fuss.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Citrus
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Limequat fruit cut in half on a bench.

Limequat

The Limequat is a unique citrus hybrid that combines the tangy flavour of a lime with the cold-hardiness of a kumquat. It’s ideal for Kiwi gardeners wanting something different that still delivers exceptional fruit. At The Plant Company, we supply healthy, NZ-grown Limequat trees that thrive in a variety of growing conditions.

From $48.23

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Citrus
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 2.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
'Meiwa' Kumquat orange fruit on a tree.
Kumquat 'Meiwa' (Cumquat Meiwa)

The 'Meiwa' Kumquat produces bright orange fruits in autumn. The edible fruit is sweet and mildly acidic. They arise from fragrant, white flowers in...

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'Encore' Mandarin fruit.
Mandarin 'Encore'

Mandarin ‘Encore’ is a popular late-season variety that produces sweet, richly flavoured fruit with a thin, easy-to-peel skin. Harvested from late...

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'Bearss' Lime green fruit.
Lime Bearss

The 'Bearss' Lime, also known as Persian or Tahitian lime, is a vigorous, nearly thornless citrus tree that thrives in New Zealand’s warmer regions...

From$270.40
Tangelo 'Seminole' orange fruit.
Tangelo 'Seminole' (Seminole Tangelo)

Tangelo 'Seminole' is a delicious citrus variety known for its rich orange skin, sweet tangy flavour, and juicy flesh. A natural hybrid between a...

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Yellow 'Yen Ben' Lemons.
Lemon 'Yen Ben'

The ‘Yen Ben’ Lemon is a high-quality lemon variety prized for its smooth skin, abundant juice, and tangy flavour. Popular with chefs and home cooks...

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'Meyer' Lemon yellow fruit.
Lemon 'Meyer'

The ‘Meyer’ Lemon is a much-loved citrus variety known for its sweeter, less acidic flavour compared to standard lemons. The thin-skinned fruit is...

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'Silverhill' Mandarin orange fruit.
Mandarin 'Silverhill'

The ‘Silverhill’ Mandarin is a hardy, early-season variety producing sweet, juicy fruit with a thin, easy-to-peel skin. This seedless to low-seed...

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Orange 'Barnfield' orange fruit with orange flesh ona table.
Orange Barnfield

Orange ‘Barnfield’ is a premium navel orange variety prized for its excellent flavour, seedless fruit, and reliable crops. This outstanding citrus...

From$116.12
Orange 'Washington Navel' orange fruit.
Orange 'Washington Navel'

The ‘Washington Navel’ orange is the most famous navel orange variety, celebrated for its sweet flavour, seedless fruit, and easy-to-peel skin. This...

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Orange 'Powell Navel' orange fruit.
Orange 'Powell Navel'

Orange ‘Powell Navel’ is a premium late season navel variety renowned for its sweet flavour, seedless fruit, and long hanging ability on the tree...

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'Valencia' orange fruit.
Orange 'Valencia'

The ‘Valencia’ orange is a world-famous citrus variety celebrated for its sweet, juicy flavour and excellent juicing qualities. Perfect for New...

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Orange 'Harwood Late' orange fruit.
Orange 'Harwood Late'

Orange ‘Harwood Late’ is a superb late season navel orange variety prized for its sweet, seedless fruit and smooth, easy to peel skin. This reliable...

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Mandarin 'Kawano' orange fruit.
Mandarin 'Kawano'

Mandarin ‘Kawano’ is a late-season variety valued for its sweet, juicy, seedless fruit and long shelf life. The rich citrus flavour and easy-peel...

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Yellow 'Lemonade' Lemon fruit on a tree.
Lemon 'Lemonade'

The ‘Lemonade’ Lemon is a unique citrus variety producing sweet, refreshing fruit that can be eaten straight from the tree. Its flavour is...

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A 'Tahitian' Lime tree with green fruit and lush, green foliage.
Lime Tahitian

The 'Tahitian' Lime is a popular and quick-growing shrub that bears masses of medium-sized fruit that are juicy, strongly scented, and have that...

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Mandarin 'Clementine' fruit.
Mandarin 'Clementine'

'Clementine' Mandarin is a popular variety prized for its sweet, juicy, and easy-peel fruit. The rich flavour and seedless nature make it ideal for...

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magnolia-liliiflora-nigra-1
Magnolia liliiflora Nigra (Magnolia Tree Nigra)

Magnolia liliiflora Nigra, commonly known as Black Lily, is a stunning tree that bears masses of large and showy, purple flowers from late winter...

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'Satsuma' Mandarin orange fruit.
Mandarin 'Satsuma'

Mandarin ‘Satsuma’ is one of New Zealand’s favourite early-season mandarins, producing sweet, juicy, seedless fruit with a delicate flavour and...

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A 'Miho' Mandarin orange fruit on a branch with lush, green foliage.
Mandarin 'Miho'

The 'Miho' Mandarin is a much-loved early-season variety, producing exceptionally sweet, juicy fruit with a thin, easy-to-peel skin. Harvested from...

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Magnolia Deryk (Magnolia Tree Deryk)

Magnolia Deryk is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, dark red-purple flowers from late winter until early spring. The flowers are...

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'Cara Cara' orange fruit.
Orange 'Cara Cara'

The ‘Cara Cara’ Orange is a highly sought-after citrus variety, famous for its striking pink flesh and sweet, low-acid flavour. This seedless navel...

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'Navelina' orange fruit.
Orange 'Navelina'

Orange ‘Navelina’ is a superb early season navel orange variety known for its sweet, seedless fruit and smooth, easy to peel skin. Perfect for New...

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Citrus australasica (Finger Lime) fruit with yellow flesh cut in half.
Citrus australasica

Citrus australasica, commonly known as the Finger Lime or Caviar Lime, is an evergreen shrub grown for its unusual fruit, which is regarded as a food...

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A large 'Ponderosa' Lemon yellow fruit.
Lemon 'Ponderosa'

The 'Ponderosa' Lemon is a remarkable citrus variety known for producing exceptionally large lemons, often weighing over a kilogram each. The fruit...

From$116.12
Blood Orange fruit with blood-red flesh.
Orange Blood Orange

Blood Orange is a highly distinctive citrus variety admired for its rich red flesh and sweet yet tangy flavour. Perfect for New Zealand gardens, this...

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The best Citrus fertiliser in NZ
Citrus Fertiliser

Applying the correct citrus fertiliser in NZ is essential for achieving better quality fruit, higher yields, and a much healthier and...

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Magnolia Strawberry Fields (Strawberry Fields Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Strawberry Fields is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, deep red flowers through late winter and...

From$515.35
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Cedrela sinensis Flamingo (Toon Tree)

Cedrela sinensis Flamingo is a highly colourful, deciduous tree featuring bright, salmon-pink foliage in spring which ages to cream-yellow, and then...

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Magnolia Margaret Helen (Magnolia Tree Margaret Helen)

Magnolia Margaret Helen is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, rose-pink flowers through late winter and early spring. These are...

From$387.55
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Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics...

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Orange 'Best Seedless'

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What Are Cold Hardy Citrus Trees?

Cold hardy citrus trees are specially selected or bred for their resilience to cooler climates. Unlike traditional varieties, they can tolerate light frosts and occasional chill without losing their vigor or fruiting potential. If you've experienced disappointment with standard citrus plants in colder zones, these hardy options are your answer.

Top Cold Hardy Citrus Varieties for NZ Gardens

We offer a diverse range of cold hardy citrus trees for sale to suit different tastes and garden spaces:

Benefits of Cold Hardy Citrus Trees

Choosing cold hardy citrus trees for sale means enjoying:

Planting and Caring for Cold Hardy Citrus

For best results, plant your cold hardy citrus trees in a sunny, sheltered spot with free-draining soil. Mulch well in autumn and water regularly in dry spells. While these types tolerate frost, protecting young trees with frost cloth on the coldest nights is recommended. Container-grown trees can be moved to a sheltered porch if heavy frost is predicted.

Start Your Citrus Journey

Browse our curated selection of cold hardy citrus trees for sale and add a touch of sunshine to even the chilliest New Zealand garden. Whether you’re drawn to the culinary intrigue of Citrus junos, the versatile appeal of Limequat, or the child-friendly sweetness of Kumquat 'Meiwa' (Cumquat Meiwa), we have the perfect frost-tolerant citrus for your outdoor oasis. Young and established trees available year-round, ready to bring zest and beauty to your home.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

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