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Ponkan Mandarin, Chinese Honey Orange (Citrus poonensis)

Ponkan Mandarin, Chinese Honey Orange (Citrus poonensis)

Regular price $59.95 USD
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Common Names: Ponkan Mandarin, Chinese Honey Orange, Ponkan Tangerine, Cool Tangerine, Batangas Mandarin, Nagpur Suntara, Swatow Orange
Family: Rutaceae
Origin: China

The Ponkan Mandarin (Citrus poonensis), also known as the Chinese Honey Orange, is one of the oldest and most beloved mandarin varieties, cherished for its exceptionally sweet flavor, easy-to-peel skin, and juicy, seedless flesh. Originating in China, this variety is now widely grown in citrus groves around the world, prized for its superior taste and high-quality fruit.  Ponkan Mandarins are perfect for fresh eating, juicing, and adding a burst of natural sweetness to your favorite recipes. 

Ponkan Mandarins have strong symbolism in Chinese culture, representing wealth, good fortune, and gold and are popularly exchanged as gifts for the Chinese New Year.  

Distinctive Features and Uses

Fruits: Ponkan Mandarins are medium to large, with a deep orange, slightly flattened shape that makes them easily recognizable. The skin is smooth, thin, and easy to peel, revealing a tender, juicy flesh that is both sweet and mildly tangy. The fruit is typically seedless or contains very few seeds, making it convenient for snacking and juicing. Ponkan Mandarins are ideal for fresh eating, but they also work wonderfully in fruit salads, desserts, and beverages, offering a naturally sweet flavor that delights the palate.

Leaves: The tree features glossy, dark green leaves that are evergreen, providing a lush, vibrant appearance year-round. The foliage is aromatic, releasing a pleasant citrus scent when crushed.

Growth Habit: Ponkan Mandarin trees are compact and bushy, typically growing 10-12 feet tall, making them suitable for small gardens or container growing. They are known for their prolific fruit production, often yielding an abundant harvest in late fall to winter.

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SHIPPING:
Products marked with free shipping will be free shipping at checkout. Otherwise, bulk per cubic yard delivery fee per truck is the same amount whether the truck is at minimum or maximum capacity. You may want to know the following guidelines:

  • One small truckload full capacity: 9yd soil, 9yd compost, 10yd mulch, 5yd fill, 7yd contractor mix.
  • One large truckload maximum capacity: 20yd soil, 20yd compost, 20yd mulch, 18yd fill, 20yd contractor mix.

The best value is always a maximum truckload for your particular product.

We can mix loads in the small truck to bring two products at once with 8 to 9 cu yd maximum, depending on the products needed. You must contact us to request a quote in this circumstance.

If you order online we will contact you shortly after purchase to schedule your delivery day and time frame. We often can do same day deliveries with a small truck quantities, call 727-645-5289 or message us here to find out.

The small truck delivery is generally 1 to 3 work days notice M-S and the big truck delivery is generally 2 to 6 work days notice M-F. If you have a specific day and time in mind then it's best to make your purchase A.S.A.P in order
to help ensure the day and time you need is available.

The delivery fee is calculated during checkout based on product type (weight),
product quantity, size of truck(s) and number of truckloads needed.

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RETURNS:
There are no returns once the product is delivered. Most of our bulk garden supplies weigh 800 to 1600 lbs per cubic yard and require heavy trucks and equipment to move in bulk.

REFUNDS:
A refund can be processed if you cancel an order at least 2 hours before the start of your scheduled delivery day and time frame. There's no refund within 2 hours of your scheduled delivery day and time frame.

Dimensions

3'x3'x3' per cubic yard

27 cubic feet per cubic yard

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