Poncirus trifoliata

Japanese bitter orange

Quite rare as a garden shrub, Poncirus trifoliata is deciduous with distinct leaves on green stems with long thorns, but its main draw is it fantastically scented flowers in late spring followed by orange/green coloured mandarin sized fruit which have an attractive downy coating and hang on the tree well into Winter. Due to its thorns, it has been utilized as a stock-proof hedge, even known to keep back the must brutish of grazers, while also providing an interesting food source for humans (marmalade!) and wildlife alike.

Site: Tolerates some exposure
Soil: Any well-drained soil
Position: Full sun
Season of Interest: Evergreen, white flowers in Spring, edible Autumn/Winter fruit
Hardiness: Hardy
Height: 20ft (6m) Spread: 20ft (6m)

Type | Size: Pot | 9cm
Price
£9
Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Frequently Bought Together

Out of stock

IMPORTANT UPDATE: 12/05/2025

OUR WEBSITE IS TEMPORARILY PAUSED TO NEW ORDERS TO ALLOW US TO PROCESS ORDERS ALREADY IN THE SYSTEM.

Our nursery is open as usual - our opening hours are Monday to Saturday from 10 to 5.30, Sunday & bank holiday Mondays from 12 to 5.30

The Coffee Bee is open from Thursday to Sunday & bank holiday Mondays

Thanks for signing up for restock notifications!
There was an error signing up for restock notifications. Please try again.

Sign up for restock notifications

Notify Me