Growing kumquat
citrus
Pollination
Self-fertile.
Growing it
Zones 8-11 - the hardiest true citrus, tolerating brief dips near 18 F. A compact, heavy-cropping tree that is excellent in a pot; eaten whole, skin and all.
Where kumquat grows best
Hardy in zones 8-11. Combining the two:
Good fit across most of: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina. Also parts of Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, District of Columbia, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington.
Questions gardeners ask
What zone does kumquat grow in?
Kumquat grows in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.
How many chill hours does kumquat need?
Kumquat has no winter chill requirement. Cold hardiness and summer heat matter more for where it grows.
Is kumquat self-pollinating?
Self-fertile — one plant crops on its own. Self-fertile.
Which states can grow kumquat?
Kumquat suits most of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, and parts of 16 other states where the right zones occur. Your own zone and chill hours matter more than the state.
Chill and pollination are given at the fruit-type level; specific cultivars can differ. Values are typical ranges for home-garden planning.