Tangelos are a cross between a mandarin and grapefruit. They have the orange skin and fragrance of mandarins with the refreshing tart flavour of grapefruits. They are a delightfullly small, evergreen tree with glossy green leaves and fragrant, creamy-white blossoms. The tree produces in winter a heavy crop of medium to large juicy, bell-shaped fruit with a prominent neck and a skin that is a deep orange colour, loose and easy to peal. Tangelos will produce more fruit if cross pollinated with a mandarin. They have a tart, tangy, tangerine taste and can be used as a substitute for mandarin oranges or sweet oranges.

Use as a container plant in courtyards, feature tree in smaller or Mediterranean style gardens or as an ornamental tree. The fruit is highly nutritious, rich in vitamin C, refreshing and ideal for desserts, snacks and garnishes.

• Protect from strong winds especially during flowering or while fruit is forming.
• Fruit matures late in September-October.