Fruit and Nuts - Just Arrived
And the well-worn wail of “Id simply love to grow fruit trees but I have no space in my garden” does not cut it. With the help of the technique of Espalier and with so many new varieties being bred that can live hapily in tubs, there is no excuse. One gardener we know has a variety of fourteen different fruits growing in her 500sq meter section and she still has space for ornamentals, a pond, veggies and a small native forest – plus the house of course.
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The varieties of most fruits are now so plentiful that there is something to please all tastes – no matter how nuts about fruit you are! Or just how fruity you are!
‘Fruits and Nuts’ encompasses a broad spectrum of plants, but like most traditionally cultivated plants, they all generally enjoy well-drained moist soils that are high in humus. They do need regular attention in the form of annual pruning which helps to expose the branches to the sun and air which practice helps to produce a quality harvest. But hey, what is a bit of effort with the shears once a year in comparison to the prize pleasure of a freshly picked, juicy, sweet plum or pear or peach?
Ever heard that saying “nutty as a fruitcake” – how did nuts first become associated with being a little crazy? Well we all know how rich in nutritional content nuts are, and that no self-respecting fruitcake would be without them, so don’t be nuts, go nuts and grow nuts!
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Citrus. This is a thornless lemon when mature. It originates in Italy, has large juicy sour fruit which ripen from July to December. The fruit is medium sized with greenish-yellow flesh that is almost seedless. Plant in a sunny well drained spot. Evergreen.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2.5m
Lemon Genoa
Current Stock Height: 60/75 cm ?
Container: 5.5l ?
$49.99
Lemon Genoa
Current Stock Height: 100/120 cm ?
Container: 4.7l ?
$49.99
aka Lemon
Citrus. 'Villa Franca' originates from Europe and produces large, sharp tasting, juicy lemons. A good choice for those who like a real zingy lemon flavour. The fruit is pale and smooth and matures from April until July. Mostly thornless. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2.5m
Lemon Villa Franca
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 5.5l ?
$49.99
Lemon Villa Franca
Current Stock Height: 70/80 cm ?
Container: 4.7l ?
$49.99
Citrus. Thought to be a hybrid of the sour mandarin and the Ichang lemon, yuzu is a golf ball–sized fruit with a thick bumpy rind that ranges from green to vibrant yellow depending on ripeness. Origins in China. Sought after for it's unique sour, tart flavour of its' zest
The ultra-tart yuzu is not usually eaten whole but is used as an accent in many traditional Asian dishes.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 1.5m
Lemon Yuzu
Current Stock Height: 45/60 cm ?
Container: 5.5l ?
$49.99
Lemon Yuzu
Current Stock Height: 120/140 cm ?
Container: 4.7l ?
$49.99
aka Lime Kaffir aka Makrut Lime
Citrus.The essential Lime to use for culinary purposes as all parts of the 'Kaffir' are strongly aromatic especially the unusual 'double' leaves - these are a vital ingredient in Thai and Indonesian cuisine. The fruit are green, rough and 'warty' and not particularly juicy. Evergreen.
The word "Kaffir" is Arabic for infidel or what Muslims used to call unbelievers. How it became associated with a Lime tree I have yet to discover. However in this case it has no relation to its use as a derogatory term in some cultures.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2.5m
Lime Kaffir
Current Stock Height: 35/45 cm ?
Container: 5l ?
$49.99
Lime Kaffir
Expected Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Richard's Special is a top quality Mandarin with large, sweet, easy peel fruit that have an excellent flavour. The fruit is ripe from August through to October. Happiest in a sunny spot with well drained soil and protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2.5m
Mandarin Richards Special
Current Stock Height: 40/60 cm ?
Container: 5.5l ?
$49.99
Silverhill has large, easy-peel, thin smooth rind and attractive, flat shaped, almost seedless fruit. The low acid fruit therefore really sweet and juicy. Just delicious for a healthy snack in the winter. Easy to grow in a sunny, well drained spot in the garden or a container. Evergreen.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1m
Mandarin Satsuma Silverhill
Current Stock Height: 50/70 cm ?
Container: 5.5l ?
$49.99
Mandarin Satsuma Silverhill
Expected Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
New stock expected Beginning of July, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
Wairere Nursery
826 Gordonton Road, R D 1, Hamilton 3281 Ph: (07) 824 3430 Email: