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Xie Shan Satsuma Mandarin (Citrus reticulata 'Xie Shan')

This Tree Does Not Ship To Florida

Discover one of the earliest and finest-tasting satsumas with the Xie Shan Mandarin. Known for its exceptional sweetness, low acidity, and rich flavor, this Chinese-origin satsuma variety ripens early and produces easy-to-peel, nearly seedless fruit. Ideal for home gardeners, the Xie Shan tree is compact, productive, and cold-hardy—perfect for growing in the ground or in containers.

Cold Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 8–11
(Withstands temperatures down to 15–20°F; excellent choice for cooler citrus regions)

Harvest Time: September through October (very early ripening)

Key Features:

• Exceptionally sweet, low-acid fruit with smooth, easy-to-peel skin

• Early harvest—enjoy fresh citrus at the start of the season

• Self-pollinating—only one tree needed for fruit

• Naturally small tree (8–12 ft in-ground, smaller in pots)

• Grows best in full sun with well-drained soil

• Ideal for fresh eating, juicing, or kids’ snacks

Xie Shan is prized for its outstanding flavor and early maturity, making it a top pick for gardeners seeking a reliable, delicious citrus harvest before the chill of winter arrives.

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

Pollination: Self-pollinating

Years to Bear Fruit: 1-2

Harvest: October - December 

Seeds: 0 - 6

Mature Tree Size:

• Regular: 12-14 feet
  

Light: Bright sun

Water: Medium 

Zone: 9-11 outdoors, Indoors everywhere

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.