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mandarin orange tree

Searching for the perfect mandarin orange tree to grow at home or in your garden? Discover why these compact, easy-care citrus trees are one of New Zealand’s favourite fruiting plants. With their sweet, flavourful fruit, glossy evergreen leaves, and fragrant spring blossoms, mandarin orange trees deliver beauty, delicious harvests, and practical benefits to Kiwi gardens of all sizes.

'Encore' Mandarin fruit.

Mandarin 'Encore'

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Mandarin 'Encore' is a popular late-season variety that produces sweet, richly flavoured fruit with a thin, easy-to-peel skin. Harvested from late autumn into winter, it's perfect for extending the mandarin season in New Zealand gardens. The compact, evergreen tree produces medium-sized fruit that is ideal for fresh eating and juicing.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Citrus
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Mandarin 'Kawano' orange fruit.

Mandarin 'Kawano'

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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 skin make it perfect for fresh eating, juicing, or lunchboxes. Harvesting extends well into spring, providing fresh mandarins when other varieties have finished.

From $369.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Citrus
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
'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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'Satsuma' Mandarin fruit.
Mandarin 'Satsuma'

'Satsuma' is a very popular Mandarin variety because of its great taste, easy-to-peel fruit, and short stature. The fruit ripens in winter and 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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'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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Choisya ternata with lush foliage and white flowers.
Choisya ternata (Mexican Mock Orange)

Choisya ternata, commonly known as Mexican Orange Blossom, is a lush, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy green foliage and clusters of fragrant...

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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...

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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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Hemerocallis 'Orange Star' colourful flowers.
Hemerocallis 'Orange Star'

Hemerocallis 'Orange Star' is a variety of the commonly known, Day Lily, and features very showy flowers. The impressive, burnt orange blooms are...

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Chaenomeles 'Orange Storm'

Chaenomeles 'Orange Storm' is a compact deciduous shrub prized for its spectacular display of large, double orange flowers. The blooms appear in...

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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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Chaenomeles 'Double Take Orange'

Chaenomeles 'Double Take Orange' is a compact deciduous shrub prized for its spectacular display of large, double orange flowers. The vibrant blooms...

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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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An Acer buergerianum specimen tree.
Acer buergerianum

Acer buergerianum, commonly known as the Trident Maple, is a striking deciduous tree admired for its distinctive three-lobed leaves and brilliant...

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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...

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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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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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A Parrotia persica 'Pendula' specimen tree with pendulous green foliage.
Parrotia persica 'Pendula' (Weeping Persian Ironwood)

Parrotia persica 'Pendula', commonly known as the Weeping Persian Ironwood, is a tree grown for its fantastic autumn colours and weeping growth...

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Orange Navelate fruit.
Orange 'Navelate'

Orange 'Navelate' is a premium late season navel orange variety prized for its sweet, seedless fruit and smooth, easy to peel skin. Perfect for...

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Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' trees with yellow foliage in autumn.
Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' (Tulip Tree)

Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata', also known as the Upright Tulip Tree, is a stunning deciduous tree admired for its narrow, columnar form. It...

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A 'Fukumoto' Orange tree with orange fruit.
Orange 'Fukumoto'

Orange 'Fukumoto' brings distinctive colour and texture to NZ planting. It is an appealing choice for home orchards, edible gardens, and productive...

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A Parrotia persica (Persian Ironwood) specimen tree with colourful, orange foliage in autumn.
Parrotia persica

Parrotia persica, commonly known as the Persian Ironwood Tree, is a small tree grown for its fantastic autumn colours. The foliage emerges light...

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Ulmus 'Lobel' (Dutch Elm Tree)

Ulmus 'Lobel' is a refined deciduous elm valued for its narrow upright form, dense green foliage, and excellent suitability as an avenue or specimen...

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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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Orange foliage on Carex testacea.
Carex testacea

Carex testacea, commonly known as Orange Sedge, is a striking New Zealand native grass admired for its fine, arching foliage that turns a brilliant...

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Strelitzia reginae (Orange Bird Of Paradise)

Strelitzia reginae (Crane Flower, Bird Of Paradise) is an iconic tropical plant known for its bold orange and blue flowers that resemble a bird in...

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Orange 'Moro' fruit with blood-red flesh.
Orange 'Moro'

Moro Blood Orange is a striking citrus variety admired for its deep red flesh, rich flavour, and vibrant appearance. Perfectly suited to New Zealand...

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Cedrela sinensis 'Flamingo' (Toon Tree)

Cedrela sinensis 'Flamingo' (Toon Tree) is a spectacular deciduous tree prized for its striking flushes of vibrant pink foliage that mature through...

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Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu) tree juvenile foliage.
Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu Tree)

Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

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Mandarin 'Encore'

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Why Choose a Mandarin Orange Tree?

Mandarin orange trees are ideal for gardeners seeking tasty, vitamin-rich fruit and a reliable tree that can thrive outdoors or in containers. Their small stature makes them well-suited for urban gardens, patios, and even large pots. Most mandarin varieties mature quickly, delivering juicy, easy-to-peel fruit from mid to late autumn. In addition to their flavour, mandarins boost immune health and offer powerful antioxidants.

Best Mandarin Orange Varieties for NZ Gardens

There’s a mandarin orange tree variety to suit almost every garden. For reliably sweet and easy-to-peel fruit, consider Mandarin 'Satsuma', a popular seedless option with outstanding flavour. If you prefer early fruiting, Mandarin 'Encore' stands out for its long picking season and consistent yields. For gardeners wanting a traditional, classic mandarin, Mandarin 'Kawano' produces excellent fruit and is noted for its robust growth.

You might also enjoy Mandarin 'Silverhill', a favourite for its juicy, easy-peel segments, or Mandarin 'Miho', valued for seedless, sweet fruit and compact growth. Explore our full selection to find a mandarin tree that suits your climate and taste preferences.

Growing and Caring for Mandarin Orange Trees

Mandarin orange trees prefer a sheltered, sunny site with well-drained soil. Protect from frost, especially young trees, and water regularly during dry spells. In cooler regions, consider planting in large pots or tubs so you can move your tree indoors during winter. Feed with a balanced citrus fertiliser in spring and summer to encourage abundant flowers and fruiting.

Pruning is minimal but benefits the tree’s shape and fruit production. Remove unhealthy or crossed branches after fruit harvest, and consider thinning if the canopy gets dense. Mulching retains soil moisture and keeps roots cool.

Uses and Benefits of Your Mandarin Orange Tree

Fresh-picked mandarins from your own tree are unbeatable for taste and nutrition. Enjoy them straight from the branch, add them to salads, press for juice, or preserve for winter treats. Mandarin orange trees also provide gentle shade, attractive foliage, and fragrant springtime blooms that attract bees and beneficial insects.

Start Your Mandarin Orange Tree Journey

Browse top mandarins like Mandarin 'Satsuma', Mandarin 'Encore', Mandarin 'Kawano', Mandarin 'Silverhill', and Mandarin 'Miho' to bring the joys of citrus gardening to your home. Whether you’re planting a single mandarin orange tree or starting a citrus collection, these beautiful trees promise flavourful harvests, year after year.

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