Yuzu (Citrus junos)
Care, watering, light and tips for Yuzu on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Rutaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
About Yuzu
Citrus junos, commonly known as yuzu, is a hybrid citrus fruit native to East Asia, valued for its aromatic fruits and cold hardiness. This evergreen shrub or small tree features dense, spiny foliage and fragrant white flowers. It is ideal for home orchards, citrus gardens, or as an ornamental specimen in sunny patios.
Native range
Southwest China and Tibet
Care tips
Yuzu thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours daily for optimal fruiting. It needs regular watering, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged, especially during growth and fruiting periods. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils. A common mistake is the lack of protection against severe frosts in non-subtropical climates, as although it is hardy, very low temperatures can damage young plants.
How to save a dying Yuzu
- Warning signs
- Pale or yellowing, dropping leaves; small or misshapen fruits; dry branches.
- First aid
- Check drainage and watering. Provide direct sunlight. Fertilize for citrus.
- What kills it
- Constant waterlogging, lack of sun, unprotected frost.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act fast. It's hardy but needs specific conditions.