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Bergamot

Scientific Name: Citrus x aurantium (Bergamot Group)

Also Known As

  • Citrus bergamia
  • Citrus x limon (Bergamot Group)

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 4'-10'
  • W: 3'-10'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

Bergamot plant details

Bergamot is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bergamot

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 4 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bergamot

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bergamot fruit resembles an orange in shape, but is yellow like a lemon. Sweeter than a lemon, it is prized for its fragrant and delicious juice, which also makes highly regarded marmalade.

Gardening facts about Bergamot plant

How to Grow Bergamot

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Fruit

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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