Citrus - Mandarin Afourer

Common Name:
Afourer Mandarin

Description:
The Afourer mandarin (Citrus reticulata 'Afourer') is a highly popular, easy-to-peel mandarin variety known for its rich, sweet flavour and deep orange, seedless fruit. This vigorous, evergreen tree produces medium-sized fruit with a smooth, thin skin that makes peeling effortless. The juicy, fragrant flesh is perfect for fresh eating, juicing, and adding to desserts. A mid-to-late season variety, Afourer mandarins ripen from late autumn into winter and can remain on the tree for an extended period without losing quality. The tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, producing heavy crops with minimal care. While partially self-pollinating, nearby citrus trees can help increase yields. Compact and ideal for home gardens, it is also well-suited to pots and espalier training.

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Suitable for Pots

Mature Size:

• Height: 2.5–4m (can be pruned smaller)
• Width: 2–3m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Edible Fruit
• Partially Self-Pollinating (benefits from a pollinator)
• Suitable for Pots
• Suitable for Espalier
• Bee Attracting
• Fragrant Flowers
• Heavy Fruiting Variety
• Easy to Peel
• Seedless

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Other citrus varieties (Lemon, Lime, Orange)
• Lavender (attracts pollinators)
• Rosemary (repels pests)
• Marigolds (helps deter pests)
• Borage (improves fruit set)