Gold Nugget Mandarin - Free Shipping Included

Gold Nugget Mandarin (Citrus reticulata 'Gold Nugget')

This Tree Does Not Ship To Florida

The Gold Nugget Mandarin is a top-tier choice for home gardeners seeking incredibly sweet, easy-to-peel fruit with a late-season harvest. Known for its rich flavor, seedless nature, and bumpy, golden-orange rind, this variety is a favorite among citrus enthusiasts and was even named one of the best-tasting mandarins by citrus experts. Compact and productive, it's perfect for small yards or container growing.

Cold Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 9–11
(Protect from frost or grow in containers in cooler climates)

Harvest Time: March through May (late-season variety)

Key Features:

• Exceptionally sweet, seedless fruit with a bright, juicy interior

• Easy to peel—great for fresh eating and snacks

• Compact growth habit (8–12 ft tall in-ground; smaller in containers)

• Self-pollinating—no second tree required

• Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

• Excellent for lunchboxes, desserts, and juicing

Gold Nugget Mandarin delivers reliable, delicious fruit just when most other citrus is winding down—making it a must-have for extending your harvest season.

Shipping Height: 18-24 inches (not including pot)

Shipping Pot Size: Citrus pot (4 inches square x 13 inches deep)

Rootstock: 

• Regular: Grafted - Standard Rootstock

Shipping: This tree ships from our partner nursery in Georgia. Our owner Billy Murphy personally visited the nursery to approve and select these citrus trees to give you more variety. This tree will ship within the continental United States excluding FL, AZ, AL, CA, HI, LA, or TX (due to agricultural restrictions). Do you live in Florida? CLICK HERE for our trees that ship within Florida.