🍊 Mandarin, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Mandarin in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
When to Sow in SEQ
One of the best citrus for SEQ. Emperor (winter) and Afourer (late season) give extended harvest. Always buy grafted on Flying Dragon rootstock for smaller trees and better performance.
Growing Requirements
Good Companions (Friends)
Kitchen Uses
- Fresh as a snack and in lunchboxes
- Peeled into salads with fennel
- Juiced for fresh drinks
- Zested into baking and dressings
Health Benefits
- Excellent source of vitamin C
- Contains folate and antioxidants
- Easy-peel citrus for families
- Extended harvest season variety
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Citrus gall wasp
- Bronze orange bug
- Fruit fly
- Scale
Common Diseases
- Root rot
- Melanose
Storage
Bench for 1 week, fridge for 2 to 3 weeks. Juice and freeze well
Value
Saves ~$4-8/week, one tree produces hundreds of fruit per season
Track Mandarin in Your Garden
Drag Mandarin into your garden bed, get weekly reminders for watering, feeding, and harvesting.
Add Mandarin to My Garden →Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Mandarin in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Mandarin can be sown in September, October, November, December, January, February, March. One of the best citrus for SEQ. Emperor (winter) and Afourer (late season) give extended harvest. Always buy grafted on Flying Dragon rootstock for smaller trees and better performance.
What are good companion plants for Mandarin?
Good companions for Mandarin in SEQ include Nasturtium, Marigold.