Poncirus trifoliata
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Poncirus trifoliata

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Poncirus trifoliata is a deciduous relative of citrus grown for its exceptional cold tolerance and distinctive appearance. It forms a thorny shrub or small tree with bright green stems and leaves divided into three leaflets, giving it a light, open look during the growing season. In spring, white flowers appear with a noticeable citrus fragrance, followed by small yellow fruits that persist into autumn. Unlike true citrus, the plant sheds its leaves in winter, revealing a strong branch structure. Its toughness and defensive thorns make it useful for hedging or as a structural specimen where resilience and seasonal interest are required.
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Key Features

Plants by type
  • Shrubs
Flower Colour
  • White
Eventual Height
  • 2.5m-4
Flowering Month
  • May
  • June
Planting Position
  • Full sun
Features
  • Deciduous
  • Scented

How to care for Poncirus trifoliata

Light:
Full sun; best growth, flowering, and fruit set occur in open positions.

Soil:
Well-drained soil; tolerant of a wide range of soils, including heavier ground, provided drainage is adequate.

Water:
Water during establishment; established plants are drought tolerant and usually rely on rainfall.

Pruning:
Prune in late winter if needed to shape or control size; wear protection due to strong thorns.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy in UK conditions.

Feeding:
Feeding rarely required; a light spring mulch is sufficient on poor soils.

Notes

Deciduous shrub or small tree.

Strongly thorned branches.

Leaves divided into three leaflets.

White, citrus-scented flowers in spring.

Produces small, yellow, bitter fruits in autumn.

Fruits are not eaten fresh.
Excellent cold tolerance compared to citrus.

Often used as citrus rootstock.

Suitable for hedging, security planting, and specimen use.

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