Citrus ‘Kucle’

Description

Citrus ‘Kucle’ is hybrid variety created by cross-breeding Fortunella margarita (kumquat) and Citrus clementina (clementine). A highly attractive citrus tree  with glossy deep green leaves and produces an abundance of orange fruits.  These appearance of kumquat, a little larger than it, nevertheless, with a deliciously tangy flavour and a hint of clementine aftertaste. Like kumquat, it is consumed with the skin. Resistant to cold up to -4°C (24.8°F), it is only suitable for outdoor cultivation in very mild climate regions; elsewhere, it is preferably grown in a large pot, overwintered in a frost-free greenhouse or conservatory.