Bergamot Orange Semi-Dwarf Tree
--BERGAMOT-- Bergamot is thought to be a hybrid of the sour orange and citron or lemon. The tree is small to medium at maturity, thornless, with a somewhat spreading habit. The fruit is medium in size and variable in shape, with obvoid as the most commonly occurring form. The yellow rind has a slightly rough texture and a distinctive rind oil. Bergamot orange's high oil content is often extracted and used as an aromatic in teas, foods, perfumes, and cosmetics. This oil is used commercially to flavor Earl Grey tea, and as a component in perfumes. Italy produces the majority of the world's supply. Bergamot sour oranges can be confused with the Makrut Lime, which also goes under the name "Thai Bergamot". Self-fertile Best for Zones 8-11/ Protect below 28 F For Zones 4-7, you can grow this tree in a pot and bring it indoors for the winter. Grafted onto semi-dwarf rootstock Height at maturity: 10'-15' in the ground/ 6'-8' in pots Limited to 3 per customer By law, we cannot ship citrus tr