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Bergamot

Citrus aurantium ssp bergamia

Medium sized, yellow/orange skinned orange with a strong acid flavor, and aromatic rind.

Seed Availability

Seeds are not available for the Bergamot. Please visit our seed store to view current selections.

Description

Small to medium sized tree, usually only 20-30ft high.

Hardiness

Trees are somewhat sensitive to freezes and grow best in areas having only limited frosts and freezes.

Growing Environment

Grows in conditions suitable for the average citrus, water frequently except during cold months. Fertilize 2-4 times per year. Can be container grown.

Propagation

Commonly by seed which usually produce trees very near in fruit quality to their parent. Also by grafts.

Uses

Oil is extracted from the rind which is used in the fragrance industry. The juice can be squeezed and used somewhat like lemon juice.

Native Range

The bergamot is a variety of sour orange (sour orange-native to Asia), but the exact origin is unknown. It has been grown in Southern Italy and parts of France for centuries, and is now commercially grown in these regions.

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