'Miho' Mandarin

Name: Mandarin 'Miho'
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 11129r
Price: 343.89 NZD
Availability: InStock

The 'Miho' Mandarin is a much-loved early-season variety, producing exceptionally sweet, juicy fruit with a thin, easy-to-peel skin. Harvested from early autumn, it provides one of the first mandarins of the season in New Zealand. The compact, evergreen tree is highly productive and perfect for home gardeners seeking delicious, seedless to low-seed fruit. ‘Miho’ thrives in sunny, sheltered positions and is ideal for fresh eating, lunchboxes, and juicing, offering superb flavour and quality year after year.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Citrus
Height:	1.50 m
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Some
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	11129

How to grow Mandarin ‘Miho’ in NZ

Plant in full sun in fertile, free-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Choose a warm, sheltered position, ideally protected from strong winds and frost. Water regularly during the growing season, especially while fruit is forming, and mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. In colder areas, plant in a large container and move to a warmer location in winter.

Mandarin ‘Miho’ care tips

Feed with a citrus-specific fertiliser in early spring and late summer to promote strong growth and heavy cropping. Lightly prune after harvest to maintain shape and encourage airflow. Monitor for pests like aphids or scale and treat as needed. Protect young fruit from frost with frost cloth in cooler climates.

Mandarin ‘Miho’ size, spacing, and growth rate

Reaches 2–3 m tall and wide with a moderate growth rate. Space trees around 3 m apart in the garden or plant in a large pot for smaller areas.

Landscaping uses for Mandarin ‘Miho’

This variety is ideal for home orchards, edible landscapes, and sunny courtyards. Its early harvest extends the citrus season, and its attractive evergreen foliage and fragrant blossom make it a beautiful feature tree. Perfect for pairing with mid- and late-season mandarins for a continuous harvest.

Why buy Mandarin ‘Miho’ from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company supplies healthy, well-established Mandarin ‘Miho’ trees grown for reliable performance and outstanding fruit quality. Each plant is securely packaged for safe NZ-wide delivery. As New Zealand’s most trusted plant nursery, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional plants and expert advice to help your garden thrive.

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